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Kane Nets Second-Half Hat-Trick as Bayern Rout Leipzig 6-0 in Bundesliga Opener

Luis Díaz's debut impact showcased fresh attacking chemistry for the champions.

Soccer Football - Bundesliga - Bayern Munich v RB Leipzig - Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany - August 22, 2025  Bayern Munich's Harry Kane scores their sixth goal to complete a hat-trick REUTERS/Angelika Warmuth
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Soccer Football - Bundesliga - Bayer Leverkusen v TSG 1899 Hoffenheim - BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany - August 23, 2025  TSG 1899 Hoffenheim's Tim Lemperle celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler
Soccer Football - Bundesliga - Bayern Munich v RB Leipzig - Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany - August 22, 2025  RB Leipzig players on a huddle after the match REUTERS/Angelika Warmuth

Overview

  • Michael Olise struck twice before halftime, with Serge Gnabry creating Díaz’s goal and teeing up Olise’s second.
  • Kane completed his treble in the 64th, 74th and 78th minutes, taking his Bundesliga hat-trick tally to eight since 2023.
  • A Leipzig goal by Antonio Nusa was overturned after VAR ruled Castello Lukeba took a free kick with the ball still rolling.
  • Kane labeled the display a "statement" and said his understanding with Díaz felt like an "instant connection."
  • Reports highlight ongoing depth concerns for Bayern even after the romp, with a DFB-Pokal tie and an away league match up next.