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Fakayejo Paul
Jamal Musiala marked his return to FC Bayern Munich’s starting lineup with a standout performance, opening the scoring in their 5-0 victory against Norwegian champions FK Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Champions League opener at the Allianz Arena.
Speaking to DAZN after the match, the 23-year-old expressed his relief and joy as he continues building up his match fitness following an early-season layoff.
Match Highlights & Key Facts
- Opening Goal: Musiala broke the deadlock in the 47th minute right after halftime, setting the tone for Bayern’s explosive second-half display.
- Goalscorers: Harry Kane (61′), Alphonso Davies (77′), and a late brace from Michael Olise (83′, 90+2′) sealed the dominant victory.
- Minutes Managed: Vincent Kompany withdrew Musiala after 65 minutes, managing his workload as he builds up full stamina.
- Teammate Praise: Harry Kane praised Musiala post-match, noting it was “great to see a smile on his face” after navigating a difficult recovery stretch.