Formidable Bayern crush Brugge to stretch winning run

MUNICH: Bayern Munich outclassed visitors Club Brugge 4-0 in the Champions League on Wednesday with three goals in the first 34 minutes to maintain their flawless start to the season and make it three wins from three matches in the competition.

The German champions have now won all 12 matches across all competitions this season while also staking an early claim for a Champions League knockout stage spot with a maximum nine points.

First half goals from 17-year-old man-of-the-match Lennart Karl, who became the youngest German scorer in the competition, Harry Kane and Luis Diaz sealed the game before substitute Nicolas Jackson added another in the 79th minute.

“It was a good performance, and we could have scored more goals,” said Bayern coach Vincent Kompany.

“A very good home game. We also saw young players. Karl showed in an important game that he can help us.”

“But I am no fan of the hype. If he continues like that, he will get his chance,” Kompany said.

Bayern next travel to defending champions Paris St Germain on Nov 4 while Brugge, sitting on three points from three matches, host Barcelona a day later.

“We knew it wouldn’t be an easy game against Bayern. They are one of the best teams in Europe, if not the best,” said Brugge forward Nicolo Tresoldi.

“We showed them a bit too much respect in the first half. In the second half, we improved, but there’s no shame in losing against Bayern.” — REUTERS

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