Bayern Munich secured a 3‑1 victory over Chelsea in the Champions League, with England striker Harry Kane scoring twice. The 32‑year‑old opened the scoring from the penalty spot and then sealed the win with a curled shot in the 63rd minute after a mistake by Chelsea’s Malo Gusto. Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah contributed an own goal, while Cole Palmer pulled one back for the visitors, striking the top corner on his 100th appearance for the club.
Chelsea began positively, creating early chances for Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández, but they ultimately squandered their opportunities. The Blues were out‑thought by a more experienced Bayern side, which has now won its opening Champions League match for the 22nd consecutive season. Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer featured in his 151st Champions League match, whereas Chelsea’s entire 24‑man squad had amassed only 117 appearances at this level before kickoff.
Kane’s performance earned praise from his manager, who highlighted the striker’s off‑the‑ball work, including his movement, pressing and overall contribution to the team. Kane has now scored 10 goals in six matches across all competitions this season, bringing his tally to 95 goals in 102 games since joining Bayern. He has also provided 29 assists, underscoring his value to the side.
The win marks a strong start to Bayern’s Champions League campaign, and the team will look to build on this momentum in upcoming fixtures. Chelsea, meanwhile, will travel to face Benfica in their next Champions League match, a game that could see José Mourinho return to Stamford Bridge. Despite the gulf in experience—Bayern’s players have far more Champions League appearances than their Chelsea counterparts—the Blues will aim to learn from their defensive errors and improve in future matches. Kane’s impressive form will be crucial for Bayern’s continued success in the competition.
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