Quality over quantity: Bayern attack silences all squad concerns | OneFootball

Just a few hours before the Bundesliga kick-off against RB Leipzig, the discussion about Bayern's supposedly too thin squad dominated. However, on the pitch, the record champion's offense painted a completely different picture: Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Luis Díaz dismantled the Saxons at the 6:0 in the Allianz Arena.

The mood around Säbener Straße was tense. Not enough depth in the squad, too many open questions in the transfer market, and only loans allowed - these were the accusations towards the sports leadership. But instead of falling into nervousness, the Munich team made a clear statement.

Kane makes history – Olise and Díaz impress

Leading the way was striker Harry Kane. The Englishman scored a perfect hat-trick (64./74./78.) and was celebrated not only by the fans but also by his own teammates after the final whistle. "That was a statement. We were top and efficient everywhere," he explained on Sky. For Kane, it was already the second perfect hat-trick in his 64th Bundesliga game – a mark only previously reached more frequently by Gerd Müller and Klaus Fischer.

But the wingers also caused a stir. Michael Olise opened with the first goal of the new season (27.) and added another before the break (42.). Newcomer Luis Díaz celebrated his Bundesliga goal debut in the 32nd minute. "Olise is an exceptional player," raved Sporting Director Christoph Freund at halftime. Díaz, on the other hand, not only showed his class with the goal but also with two assists.

Discussion about thin squad remains

Despite the gala performance, the squad questions remain. President Herbert Hainer defended the restrained transfer policy before the game and pointed out the possibility of adding a loan player. Coach Vincent Kompany emphasized: "We are really excited about this season."

Sporting Director Max Eberl specified: "We have to reduce the term 'thin squad' to the offense because we are well positioned in midfield and defense." At the same time, he announced that he wanted to take action again by September 1. "Especially in the last days of August, crazy things often happen," said Eberl.

For Leipzig, the Munich quality was more than enough on Friday evening. Despite an early scare when Leon Goretzka had to be treated briefly, the record champion gave the opponent no chance and remained unbeaten for the 14th time in a row at the Bundesliga kick-off.

Whether the gala against Leipzig will finally silence the squad discussions will only be seen when the strain in the Cup and Champions League increases. One thing is clear: With this offensive power, FC Bayern is immediately a title contender despite all doubts.

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