Bayern Munich Dismantles RB Leipzig 5-1 to Conclude the Year in Style

In a commanding display, Bayern Munich defeated RB Leipzig 5-1 in the Bundesliga on December 20, 2024, marking a spectacular end to the year. This match was notable for witnessing two goals scored within the first two minutes, a first in league history.
After suffering their first league defeat of the season against Mainz the previous week, Bayern quickly asserted their dominance over Leipzig, who struggled to create offensive momentum throughout the match.

Bayern now leads the Bundesliga standings with 36 points, seven points ahead of Bayer Leverkusen, while Eintracht Frankfurt sits third with 27 points, just ahead of Leipzig on goal difference.

The game kicked off with an electrifying start as Harry Kane's backheel set up Michael Olise, who crossed for Jamal Musiala to score just 28 seconds in. Leipzig responded almost immediately with a goal from Benjamin Sesco, but Bayern regained control and scored four more times. Konrad Laimer netted his first goal for Bayern, followed by a long-range strike from Joshua Kimmich. Leroy Sané and Alphonso Davies rounded off the scoring, showcasing Bayern's attacking prowess.

The match ended on a somber note for Leipzig as Benjamin Henrichs suffered a serious injury in the final minutes, leaving the field on a stretcher.