Bayern Munich secured a 2-0 victory over Atlético Madrid, with Lennart Karl opening the scoring. The result came as Bayern dealt with a reduced squad and physical concerns among their available players.
Karl’s goal was notable after he had recently faced criticism. Bayern’s performance grew especially assured in the second half, when the visitors managed the match with composure despite their absences.
Before the game, Bayern had collected five points from their first three Champions League matches. The report noted that the team’s immediate concerns included the number of matches ahead and how many players would be available, rather than calculations about reaching the competition’s top eight.
Sources: Süddeutsche Zeitung.