Bayern Munich beat Jena 5-0 in German Cup

Aug 20, 2016 at 9:39 PM

facebook iconlinkedin iconmail icontwitter iconWhatsApp iconTelegram icon
Bayern Munich beat Jena 5-0 in German Cup

Jena (Germany), Aug 20 (IANS) Striker Robert Lewandowski’s first-half hat-trick ensured Bayern Munich a 5-0 victory over fourth division side FC Carl Zeiss Jena at the first round of the German Cup.

The German Cup holders started their title defence with Lewandowski establishing a 3-0 lead within 43 minutes before Arturo Vidal and Mats Hummels rounded off the 5-0 scoreline, reports Xinhua.

Breaking the deadlock just three minutes into the game, Lewandowski made use of Franck Ribery’s build-up play to slot home a follow up shot from close range.

Jena were unable to respond as Bayern dictated the proceedings on the pitch. Lewandowski doubled the lead after lobbing a through ball, again from Ribery, over onrushing Jena custodian Raphael Koczor on 34 minutes.

The Poland international wasn’t done with the scoring as he wrapped up his hat-trick after drilling the ball from the edge of the box into the bottom left corner in the 43rd minute.

After half-time, Jena tried to pile on the pressure but Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was on guard to block Manfred Starke’s free-kick three minutes into the second half.

As the match progressed, Bayern increased pressure to extend the lead as Arturo Vidal poked home Lewandowski’s square pass into the open goal in the 72nd minute before Mats Hummels rounded off the expected first round victory five minutes later.

Related Article
Andre Onana Issues Apology After Pre-Match Comments Come Back To Haunt Him During Bayern Munich Thrashing
Andre Onana Issues Apology After Pre-Match Comments Come Back To Haunt Him During Bayern Munich Thrashing

Sep 21, 2023, 8:30 AM


Harry Kane Can Make Sensational Return To Tottenham Spurs As Daniel Levy Reveals Buy-Back Clause
Harry Kane Can Make Sensational Return To Tottenham Spurs As Daniel Levy Reveals Buy-Back Clause

Sep 20, 2023, 9:12 AM


Ex-Bayern Munich President Uli Hoeness Blames Julian Nagelsmann’s Skiing Trip In ‘Crisis Time’ And Relationship With BILD Reporter For His Sacking
Ex-Bayern Munich President Uli Hoeness Blames Julian Nagelsmann’s Skiing Trip In ‘Crisis Time’ And Relationship With BILD Reporter For His Sacking

Jun 3, 2023, 5:58 PM


Liverpool Legend Could Make A Sensational Return To Anfield Ahead Of Next Season
Liverpool Legend Could Make A Sensational Return To Anfield Ahead Of Next Season

Jun 2, 2023, 6:33 PM


Manchester City, PSG, Bayern Munich – Three Of Europe’s Top Five Leagues Could Get Their Winners This Weekend
Manchester City, PSG, Bayern Munich – Three Of Europe’s Top Five Leagues Could Get Their Winners This Weekend

May 19, 2023, 2:13 PM


Julian Nagelsmann’s Agent Takes A Swipe At Chelsea And Claims Ex-Bayern Boss Made ‘The Right Decision’ By Not Taking Up The Blues’ Job
Julian Nagelsmann’s Agent Takes A Swipe At Chelsea And Claims Ex-Bayern Boss Made ‘The Right Decision’ By Not Taking Up The Blues’ Job

May 17, 2023, 10:00 PM


Desktop Banner
Mobile Banner