The England captain’s brace and an own goal secured a 3-1 win for the German giants, showcasing his lethal form and handing the club world champions a tough defeat
Harry Kane delivered a masterclass in finishing, scoring twice to lead Bayern Munich to a statement 3-1 victory over Chelsea in their first Champions League group stage match on Wednesday night.
The home side seized control early at the Allianz Arena. A relentless press from Michael Olise forced Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah into an own goal after 20 minutes. Just seven minutes later, Kane was brought down in the box and calmly converted the resulting penalty, showcasing the clinical edge Bayern paid a premium for.
Chelsea responded with a moment of brilliance, as Cole Palmer finished a stunning counter-attack just two minutes after Kane’s penalty to breathe life into the contest. However, any hopes of a comeback were extinguished in the 68th minute when Kane pounced again, expertly guiding the ball into the net to secure the three points and take his personal tally to an astonishing 10 goals in just six games this season.
“It was a top performance against a really good side,” a delighted Kane told DAZN after the match. “We spoke before the game that we’re playing the club world champions and we had to be on it from the start—and we were.”
The England captain admitted that facing Premier League opposition provides an extra spark, saying it motivates him to “play better.”
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany was full of praise for his star striker, linking his success to a relentless work ethic rather than just natural talent. “We can talk about talent and quality, but it’s the hard work which gets him to where he is,” Kompany said. “Based on what I experienced in the best years of my career, that’s a non-negotiable.”
Despite the emphatic win, Kompany was quick to temper any talk of his team being tournament favorites. “It’s one game. Steady on now. It’s just the beginning,” he cautioned.
The historic night also saw Bayern captain and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer secure his 100th Champions League victory, a milestone that places him among an elite group of players including Cristiano Ronaldo and Iker Casillas. The win extends Bayern’s remarkable record in opening Champions League matches to 22 consecutive victories, a streak dating back to 2002.
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