FC Bayern München defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach 4-1 in the Bundesliga, even though star goalkeeper Manuel Neuer suffered an injury. Without Harry Kane, the Munich side dominated the match and extended their lead at the top of the table. The game served as preparation for the Champions League clash against Atalanta Bergamo.
At the Allianz Arena in front of 75,000 spectators, league leaders FC Bayern München won the classic against Borussia Mönchengladbach 4-1 (2-0). Bayern's goals came from Luis Díaz (33rd minute) with a volley after a lofted pass from Leon Goretzka, Konrad Laimer (45+1) on a counter, Jamal Musiala (57th) from the penalty spot—his first Bundesliga goal since April 4, 2025—and Nicolas Jackson (79th), assisted by Lennart Karl. Substitute Wael Mohya scored for Gladbach in the 89th minute.
Gladbach captain Rocco Reitz received a red card in the 57th minute after fouling Jackson during the penalty incident, leaving his team short-handed for over 30 minutes. Harry Kane was absent due to a calf contusion, but Bayern coach Vincent Kompany rested other regulars like Michael Olise and Serge Gnabry ahead of the Champions League round-of-16 first leg at Atalanta Bergamo on Tuesday.
A setback for Bayern: Manuel Neuer, returning from injury, stayed in the locker room at halftime and was replaced by Jonas Urbig. Sporting director Max Eberl mentioned a calf issue: "We'll see what it is. Maybe it's just a tightening." Coach Kompany confirmed Neuer felt something in his calf. The severity remains unclear; one report mentions a muscle fiber tear, others a precaution.
Leon Goretzka praised the performance: "We handled it very sovereignly today. Of course, the last goal annoys us; we switched off briefly there." The victory bolsters Bayern's position ahead of a packed March with several top matches. Gladbach stays in 12th place, still seeking points in the relegation battle.
