Bayern leave no doubts in Frankfurt

Bayern Munich extended their perfect run with a tenth win in as many competitive games this season, overcoming Eintracht Frankfurt 2-0 away from home in a match that once again showcased their authority and left little doubt about their status as the Bundesliga’s benchmark.

The Bavarians made the difference through a lightning-fast opening goal and another trademark strike from Harry Kane, who continues to deliver at a staggering rate in his first season in Germany. For Eintracht, the evening was another painful reminder of the gap between them and the league’s elite, as Dino Toppmöller’s tactical adjustments proved insufficient against an opponent that punished every mistake with ruthless precision.

Coming into the game, the Eintracht coach had already endured a heavy 5-1 defeat at Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and decided to abandon his usual three-man defensive line. Buta was shifted into the role of right-back, replacing Collins, while Larsson and Bahoya were handed starting opportunities in place of Chaibi and Knauff, both left on the bench. The idea was to find more stability and aggression, yet from the very first whistle the plan collapsed. Toppmöller had spoken beforehand about expecting his players to run, fight and scrap like underdogs, but instead Frankfurt barely had time to settle before they were behind.

Bayern struck within the first 15 seconds, immediately imposing themselves in front of a stunned crowd at Deutsche Bank Park. Manuel Neuer launched a long ball forward, Kane rose to flick it on, and Eintracht captain Robin Koch completely misjudged his clearance, presenting the ball straight to Serge Gnabry. The winger surged forward and squared across goal, leaving Luis Díaz with the simplest of finishes to make it 1-0. The scoreboard was already against the home side before most fans had taken their seats, and from that moment it felt like an uphill battle they would never win.

To their credit, Frankfurt attempted to respond with aggressive pressing, particularly through Doan, Uzun and Bahoya, and for a brief spell they showed some courage in pushing higher up the pitch. Doan tested Neuer early on, forcing the keeper off his line, and Bahoya even found the back of the net with a stunning curling strike into the top corner that sent the stadium wild. However, Bayern protested immediately and VAR intervened, revealing that Doan had handled the ball in the build-up. The goal was disallowed, and with it went Frankfurt’s best chance to unsettle the league leaders.

Meanwhile, Bayern continued to dictate the tempo and carve out openings almost at will. Koch, already under pressure after his early mistake, nearly compounded his misery when he deflected an Olise pass against his own crossbar. The warning signs were everywhere, and it seemed only a matter of time before Bayern doubled their lead. That moment came in the 27th minute, and inevitably it was Harry Kane who delivered again. Receiving the ball outside the box, the English striker unleashed a powerful low drive into the left corner, leaving goalkeeper Kaua Santos helpless. It was Kane’s eleventh goal in just six league matches, an astonishing return that further underlined his reputation as one of the most lethal forwards in world football.

Before halftime, Bayern could easily have been out of sight. Luis Díaz had a chance to score his second but fired wide, and Gnabry also missed a clear opportunity shortly before the break. Frankfurt, to their credit, had moments of endeavour, but their occasional attacking forays were undermined by defensive lapses and Bayern’s relentless dominance. The visitors looked sharper, stronger and more confident in every duel, with Michael Olise proving particularly dangerous on the right flank, driving at defenders and creating problems whenever he got on the ball.

The second half brought more of the same. Bayern’s control was absolute, their passing crisp and their organisation impeccable. Frankfurt tried to press, but their efforts rarely produced meaningful openings. Gnabry twice went close in the early stages after the restart, Kane struck the post from close range, and Kimmich tested Santos with a long-range effort. For a brief moment, concern flickered among Bayern supporters when Kane went down after a heavy challenge, but the striker soon got back to his feet, though the knock served as a reminder of how indispensable he has already become.

Frankfurt never truly looked capable of forcing their way back into the contest. They battled, they pressed, and they tried to find spaces, but Bayern’s defensive discipline and midfield control snuffed out any real danger. By the closing stages the game had settled into a familiar rhythm, with Bayern calmly moving the ball around and their opponents chasing shadows. When the final whistle blew, the scoreboard confirmed what had been evident from the opening seconds: Bayern were in total control, and their flawless start to the season remains intact.

The victory leaves Bayern not only with ten straight wins across all competitions but also with the growing sense that under Kompany, they are evolving into a side capable of competing on every front. The balance between their defensive organisation and attacking firepower looks formidable, with Kane at the heart of everything. For Frankfurt, however, the defeat highlighted the gulf in quality and consistency that separates them from Germany’s reigning giants. Toppmöller’s tactical tweaks may have been designed to patch holes, but against a team of Bayern’s quality, there was no hiding place.