Michael Olise Stars as Bayern Munich Thrash Union Berlin 7-0
Bayern Munich sent Union Berlin away from the Allianz Arena with a 7-0 defeat as Michael Olise delivered the defining individual performance of the night, scoring a hat-trick and setting up Harry Kane’s second goal with a delicate chipped pass.
Jamal Musiala began the scoring before creating Olise’s first of the evening, while the French winger went on to dominate Bayern’s attack with his combination of finishing and chance creation. Supporters voted Olise Man of the Match by a substantial margin, with 88 per cent backing his display.
The result underlined the attacking force Bayern have available under Vincent Kompany, with Olise continuing to establish himself as a major threat from wide areas. His three goals were not simply a product of natural ability, Kompany said afterwards, pointing to the work the player has put into those finishing situations on the training ground.
“Michael got the goals, but he has practised those finishes a great deal,” Kompany said. “At the top level, talent alone is not enough; there is enormous hard work behind performances like that.”
Kompany also suggested the comprehensive win was a fitting send-off for supporters heading into Oktoberfest celebrations.
Musiala stresses importance of sustained intensity
Musiala was equally pleased with Bayern’s collective work without the ball, highlighting the pressing and energy that helped the home side sustain control throughout the contest. The Germany international, making it through a full 90 minutes for the first time in a while, said Bayern must reproduce that commitment across their domestic and European programme.
“A result like this demands a lot of effort,” Musiala said. “We kept working and kept our energy up right to the end. That is what we need to show for the full 90 minutes in every match.”
With Musiala contributing both a goal and an assist, and Olise combining a hat-trick with his pass for Kane, Bayern’s forward line offered a clear statement of their depth and variety. Kompany’s side now move on from the Union Berlin rout looking to carry the same level of intensity into the fixtures ahead.
