Bayern Munich 3-2 RB Leipzig: End to end clash ends in favour of Bundesliga champions after Josko Gvardiol own goal

Bayern Munich moved nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga after beating RB Leipzig 3-2 in a topsy-turvy game at the Allianz Arena. An intrepid Leipzig equalised twice during an exciting contest, but the match was ultimately settled by Josko Gvardiol’s unfortunate own goal just before the hour.

Ad/> Both sides had a number of chances to score during a highly entertaining first half. Thomas Muller put Bayern ahead with a tap-in in the 12th minute, but Leipzig were always dangerous on the break and Dani Olmo could have scored a hat-trick before Andre Silva equalised in the 27th minute.

BundesligaLewandowski: FIFA Best award better than Ballon d'OrYESTERDAY AT 13:06 The home side responded to the setback with calm authority. Coman’s mishit cross hit a post, Muller had a goal ruled out by VAR for a foul by Lewandowski in the build-up – and then Lewandowski put Bayern ahead with another expert finish just before half-time.

The impressive Christopher Nkunku scored a second equaliser for Leipzig, nutmegging Manuel Neuer, but this time they were only level for five minutes. Bayern went 3-2 ahead when Serge Gnabry’s cross was deflected into his own net by Gvardiol, and Leipzig were unable to rouse themselves a third time.

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