
UEFA Champions League
8:00 p.mMarch 10, 2026
Round of 16
New Balance Arena
Referee: Espen Eskas, Norway


Atalanta


Bayern Munich
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0.72
Expected Goals (xG)
4.56
Passing by
227 (78%)
Accurate passes
633 (92%)
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29
G
Marc Carnesecchi
7.9
23
d
Sead Kolasinac
6.0
4
d
Isak Hien
4.9
47
d
Lorenzo Bernasconi
5.5
59
m
Nicola Zalewski
6.2
m
Mario Pasalic
90+3′
15
m
Martin de Roon (C)
6.3
77
d
Davide Zappacosta
6.5
7
m
Kamaldeen Sulemana
6.3
90
F
Nikola Krstovic
6.9
9
F
Gianluca Scamacca
6.3

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- Promotion – Champions League (Play Off: Round of 16)
- Promotion – Champions League (Play Off: Round of 16)
Bayern München produced a great performance, crushing Atalanta 6-1 in their UEFA Champions League match. Winger Michael Olise starred, scoring twice and providing a crucial assist on a memorable night.
Both teams approached the round of 16 in impressive form, eager to progress even further in Europe’s elite competition. Bayern, known for their continental pedigree, were looking to assert their dominance away from home. Atalanta, riding a wave of positive results, looked to defy expectations at the neutral New Balance Arena.
The visitors wasted no time in asserting their control. Josip Stanisic opened the scoring in the 12th minute, guiding home with a fine finish after Serge Gnabry’s clever assist. Atalanta’s high-pressing style struggled to contain Bayern’s quick and incisive attacks.
Bayern doubled their lead just ten minutes later. Michael Olise beat the keeper in the 22nd minute, capitalizing on Dayot Upamecano’s precise long pass from defence. The momentum shifted firmly to the German champions with their clinical edge.
Bayern’s attack continued unabated in the 25th minute. Serge Gnabry fired in Bayern’s third goal, with Olise turning provider this time, showing his influence. Konrad Laimer was later booked for a foul in the 39th minute, a rare blot on Bayern’s book.
By half-time, Bayern had a huge three-goal lead, leaving Bergamo with a mountain to climb. The Atalanta manager faced a daunting task to inspire a comeback. They needed significant tactical adjustments to stem the relentless flow of Bayern’s attack.
The second half began with both teams making early tactical substitutions, but Bayern continued their dominance. Nicolas Jackson added a fourth goal for Bayern in the 52nd minute, showing his predatory instincts after receiving a pinpoint assist from Luis Diaz. The floodgates remained open.
Atalanta made more changes in an attempt to stabilize themselves, bringing in fresh legs, but could not stop the red machine. Michael Olise scored his second of the night in the 64th minute, off a pass from Alphonso Davies. This further extended Bayern’s overwhelming lead.
Moments later, Jamal Musiala made it six for the German giants. He struck with an assured finish in the 67th minute, with Jackson securing his second assist of the night. The game was now a complete demonstration of Bayern’s offensive prowess and efficiency.
Bayern finished with overwhelming statistics, showing their total control. They dominated 69% of possession and registered 25 shots, with 13 finding the target, giving an impressive xG of 4.56. Atalanta managed 11 shots and only 3 on goal, with an xG of 0.72, while their goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi made 6 crucial saves.
Despite the heavy defeat, Mario Pasalic scored a consolation goal for Atalanta in the 93rd minute, avoiding a goal. This absolutely dominant 6-1 victory sees Bayern München progress confidently into the Champions League, sending a strong message to their European rivals.

