FC Bayern sets Bundesliga records in convincing 4:0 home win against Werder Bremen

FC Bayern Munich continues its impressive Bundesliga run with a commanding 4:0 (2:0) home victory over SV Werder Bremen. The win marks five victories in five games, setting a new league record for the best start in Bundesliga history with a goal difference of 22:3. Fittingly timed with Munich’s Oktoberfest celebrations, Bayern dominated this North vs. South classic, now played for the 117th time.

Jonathan Tah opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a clever heel flick, set up by a sharp cross from Olise. Just before halftime, Harry Kane converted a penalty to make it 2:0 (45.+1). In the second half, the Englishman extended the lead with his tenth goal of the season (65.), before Konrad Laimer sealed the 4:0 final score in the 87th minute. Werder Bremen’s goalkeeper Karl Hein made several strong saves to prevent an even earlier decision.

Harry Kane made history on this Oktoberfest evening: He became the first Bundesliga player to score 18 consecutive penalties, surpassing the previous record held by Robert Lewandowski and Jörg Butt (17 each). Additionally, Kane scored his 100th goal for Bayern in just his 104th competitive appearance—faster than any top-league player since 2000, outpacing Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland, who each needed 105 games. League chief Max Eberl praised Kane as "simply extraordinary" and celebrated breaking the start-of-season record.

The Bayern star himself was thrilled with his form: ‘This is crazy. It’s a huge honor to score 100 goals for this incredible club. I’m very proud. Hopefully, I can reach the next 100 just as quickly.’ His teammates were equally impressed: Leon Goretzka placed Kane ‘in the same category as Messi and Ronaldo’ and expressed great pride in the striker’s performance.

Manager Vincent Kompany highlighted Kane’s work ethic: ‘It was another beautiful moment for Harry Kane. The way he breaks records while still contributing so much to the team shows his inner hunger.’ Werder Bremen’s coach Horst Steffen admitted it was ‘a deserved win for Bayern’: ‘We gave everything, but Bayern is simply too strong in this form.’

Despite the jubilant atmosphere in the Allianz Arena, some fans voiced criticism amid the Oktoberfest celebrations. A giant banner in the Südkurve demanded the return of the traditional red jersey with a white collar, expressing dissatisfaction with the new beige-green Oktoberfest kit and modified club crest. Sports director Max Eberl remained composed about the records and successes: ‘Breaking Bayern records isn’t easy. We’re very happy we managed it.’

Beyond the impressive records, the German record champions have little time to rest: A Champions League away match against Pafos FC in Cyprus awaits on Tuesday. Bayern travels abroad with confidence, led by an unstoppable Harry Kane, aiming to continue their strong form.

Another milestone was reached by Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka, each celebrating their 300th Bundesliga appearance—a testament to their consistency within the team. Additionally, 17-year-old talent Wisdom Mike made his professional debut, coming on as a late substitute for Luis Diaz.

Bayern Munich’s dominant display underscores their ambition to dominate both the Bundesliga and international competitions this season. The blend of young talent and experienced stars like Kane makes the record champions appear unstoppable—a sentiment celebrated by fans with jubilation and revelry at Oktoberfest.