How did the goals unfold?
Bayern took the lead in the 26th minute through Karl. Elversberg responded in the 61st minute when Krattenmacher scored to make it 1-1. Harry Kane restored the lead in the 72nd minute, giving Bayern the three points. The visitors had controlled much of the opening half but faced sustained pressure after the equaliser before Kane’s strike settled the contest.
Where do both teams stand after matchday 3?
Bayern Munich collected seven points and sit fourth. Elversberg reached six points and occupy sixth place. Earlier the same day, RB Leipzig defeated Hamburg 5-0 with goals from Gomis (17’), Nusa (28’), Orban (72’), Nkunku (74’) and Cardoso (77’), moving Leipzig to six points and fifth position while Hamburg remained pointless at the bottom. The result keeps both Bayern and Elversberg in the upper half of the table after three rounds.
What line-ups were used?
Elversberg fielded Kristof, Giamera, Gunter, Rohr, Pinkert, Keidel (substituted 73’ Conte), Poreba, Campbell (46’ Krattenmacher), Petkov (84’ Schnellbacher), Onyeka (11’ Darvis) and Dousou (73’ Foutkeou). Bayern started with Urbig, Stanisic, Upamecano, Kim, Braun (65’ Davis), Pavlovic, Bischof (65’ Dias), Olise, Sarr (65’ Musiala), Karl (65’ Kimmich) and Kane. The changes allowed Bayern to increase tempo in the final quarter and secure the win.
What happens next in the Bundesliga?
Bayern will look to build on the victory in their coming fixtures while Elversberg aim to maintain their mid-table position. The result confirms Bayern's return to winning form after earlier results in the season. Both sides now prepare for the next round knowing the importance of maintaining momentum in a tightly contested early table.
Frequently asked questions
When did Harry Kane score?
Harry Kane scored Bayern's second goal in the 72nd minute to secure the 2-1 win.
How many points does Bayern have now?
Bayern Munich moved to seven points and fourth place after the victory.
Who scored for Elversberg?
Krattenmacher equalised for Elversberg in the 61st minute.
What was the score in the other match?
RB Leipzig beat Hamburg 5-0 in the earlier Bundesliga fixture.
