Overview
- Harry Kane broke the deadlock in the 18th minute with a clinical left-footed finish.
- Miguel Merentiel responded with a solo run and composed finish in the 66th minute to level the match for Boca Juniors.
- Michael Olise’s controlled strike in the 84th minute from Kane’s layoff secured Bayern’s 2-1 victory and ended South American teams’ unbeaten run in the competition.
- Bayern dominated possession (73%) and completed 28 dribbles compared to Boca’s nine, underscoring their technical superiority.
- The win clinched Bayern’s spot in the round of 16 with one group match to spare, while Boca Juniors remain on one point and must rely on other results to advance.