VfL Wolfsburg
Bayern Munich
Turn off the spoiler to see match stats
3.07
Expected Goals (xG)
1.86
Passing by
255 (77%)
Accurate passes
689 (89%)
Turn off the spoiler to see the events of the match
1
G
Kamil Grabara
8.7
4
d
Konstantinos Koulierakis
5.9
3
d
Denis Vavro
7.3
6
d
Jeanuel Belocian
7.5
21
M
Joakim Mæhle
6.9
24
M
Christian Eriksen (C)
7.2
5
M
Vinícius Souza
7.2
39
M
Patrick Wimmer
6.9
26
M
Saël Kumbedi
7.2
17
F
Dženan Pejčinović
6.3
11
F
Adam Daghim
7.2
40
G
Jonas Urbig
8.0
20
d
Tom Bishop
7.7
21
d
Hiroki Itō
7.3
3
d
Kim Min-jae
8.7
44
d
Josip Stanišić
7.0
8
M
Leon Goretzka
6.7
6
M
Joshua Kimmich (C)
8.3
11
M
Nicholas Jackson
6.7
10
M
Jamal Musiala
6.3
M
Miquel Olise
56′
F
Harry Kane
36′ 
Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
Bayern Munich beat VfL Wolfsburg 1-0 at the Volkswagen Arena, Harry Kane’s first-half penalty proving decisive in a game that showed the champions’ control and efficiency.
Bayern Munich extended their Bundesliga dominance with a clinical away win. Wolfsburg, who are in 16th place with just 26 points from 33 games, faced an uphill battle against the league leaders. The visitors arrived in Wolfsburg on the back of an impressive run, with 86 points and 27 wins from their opening 33 games.
The game came alive in the 36th minute when Kane converted from the penalty spot. The Bayern striker showed composure to send the ball past Kamil Grabara, giving the visitors a lead they would not relinquish. Wolfsburg’s defense struggled to contain Bayern’s attacking intent in the opening period.
Kane’s penalty came after the home side made a crucial mistake in their penalty area. Bayern’s clinical edge in the box proved the difference as Wolfsburg failed to create meaningful chances at the other end. The first half ended with Bayern firmly in control of proceedings.
Grabara kept Wolfsburg competitive with some big saves. The Polish goalkeeper made eight saves throughout the game, earning an 8.7 rating for his display. His performance prevented the score from becoming more embarrassing for the home team.
Bayern doubled their lead early in the second half when Michael Olise fired home in the 56th minute. The winger’s finish ended a period of sustained Bayern pressure. Olise finished with an 8.6 rating, adding a goal to his influential display.
Bayern controlled possession for large stretches, with 69 percent of possession. The visitors completed 689 of 771 passes with 89 percent accuracy. Wolfsburg managed just 31 percent possession and struggled to create any attacking momentum.
The statistics painted a clear picture of Bayern’s superiority. Bayern recorded nine shots on target compared to Wolfsburg’s five. The visitors generated an expected goals figure of 3.07, while Wolfsburg managed just 1.86 xG.
Joshua Kimmich controlled Bayern’s midfield, making crucial tackles and distributing the ball with precision. The midfielder’s presence allowed Bayern to dictate the pace and limit Wolfsburg’s attacking opportunities. Kimmich earned an 8.3 rating for his composite display.
Wolfsburg offered little in attack despite their six corner kicks. The hosts had a total of 17 shots, but only five were on target. Bayern’s defence, led by Kim Min-jae’s assured performance, held firm throughout the game.
The result means that Bayern consolidate their position at the top of the table with 86 points. Wolfsburg remain in the relegation zone and their struggles continue with another defeat. The gap between the champions and struggling hosts tells the whole story of Bavarian dominance.
