Bayern Survive Late Scare to Edge Seven-Goal Thriller Against Holstein Kiel

Bayern Munich survived a stunning late fightback from Holstein Kiel to claim a 4-3 victory in a dramatic Bundesliga encounter at the Allianz Arena. The Bundesliga leaders looked set for a routine win after storming to a four-goal lead, but a late collapse almost saw them drop points in astonishing fashion.

Bayern Dominate Before Near Meltdown

The hosts took full control early on, with Jamal Musiala and Serge Gnabry finding the net, while Harry Kane added a clinical headed brace to put Bayern in a commanding position. At 4-0 up, Thomas Tuchel's side appeared to be cruising toward their sixth consecutive league win.

However, Holstein Kiel, who had yet to win away from home this season, refused to go down without a fight. Finn Porath pulled one back in the 76th minute, a goal that initially seemed nothing more than a consolation.

Then came a stoppage-time shocker for Bayern, as Steven Skrzybski struck twice in quick succession to set up an intense finale. With the visitors suddenly just one goal behind, panic set in for the Bundesliga giants, but they ultimately held on to take all three points.

Bayern Extend Lead at the Top

Statistically, Bayern's dominance was reflected in their 3.34 expected goals (xG) compared to Kiel’s 1.88 xG. Despite their late wobble, the Bavarians' sixth straight league victory moves them nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.

Bayern will now turn their attention to their next fixture at home against Werder Bremen on Friday, while Kiel will look to regroup when they travel to face Bochum two days later.