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Bayern Munich Impress In Dominant 1-0 Win Over Benfica
Bayern Munich Impress In Dominant 1-0 Win Over Benfica
A Commanding Performance Seals Three Points
Bayern Munich showcased their class with a dominant 1-0 victory over Benfica in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. The German champions controlled the tempo of the game from the outset, dictating the pace with their crisp passing and relentless pressure.
Gnabry's Goal Proves Decisive
The breakthrough came in the 59th minute when Serge Gnabry broke the deadlock with a composed finish. The winger collected the ball on the edge of the area and drove inside before sending a low shot into the bottom corner. Benfica goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos got a hand to the ball but could not prevent it from finding the net.
Bayern's Dominance Continues
Bayern continued to dominate possession and chances in the second half, with Benfica struggling to make any significant inroads into the German side's defense. The Portuguese champions had just one shot on target throughout the entire game, a testament to Bayern's defensive solidity.
A Well-Earned Victory
The victory extends Bayern's unbeaten run in all competitions to 19 matches. They remain top of their Champions League group with three wins from three games. Benfica, meanwhile, drop to third place with four points from their three matches.
Nagelsmann's Delight
“I'm very satisfied with the performance of the team,” said Bayern manager Julian Nagelsmann after the game. “We controlled the game from the first minute and created a lot of chances. We could have scored more goals, but the most important thing is that we got the three points.”
Benfica's Disappointment
Benfica manager Roger Schmidt was disappointed with his team's performance, particularly in the first half. “We were not good enough in the first half,” he said. “We were too passive and allowed Bayern to dictate the tempo of the game. We improved in the second half, but it was too late by then.”
Upcoming Fixtures
Bayern will now turn their attention to the Bundesliga, where they will face Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday. Benfica will host Chaves in the Primeira Liga on Sunday.