UEFA Champions League League Stage - 6
Bayern München 3 - 1 FT Sporting CP
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
J. Kimmich (J. Simoes) 54'
65' S. Gnabry (M. Olise)
↓ Alisson Santos ↑R. Mangas 66'
69' L. Karl (K. Laimer)
71' Joshua Kimmich
Morten Hjulmand 71'
76' ↓ L. Karl ↑R. Guerreiro
77' J. Tah (S. Gnabry)
↓ E. Quaresma ↑G. Vagiannidis 80'
↓ G. Catamo ↑F. Ioannidis 80'
88' ↓ A. Pavlovic ↑L. Goretzka
88' ↓ S. Gnabry ↑A. Davies
88' ↓ J. Stanisic ↑H. Ito
90'+2 ↓ H. Kane ↑N. Jackson
↓ J. Simoes ↑H. Morita 90'+2
↓ M. Araujo ↑S. Blopa 90'+2
90'+4 Konrad Laimer
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Bayern München
Goalkeepers
M. Neuer 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
K. Laimer 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
63%
Pass Acc
D. Upamecano 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
70%
Duel Win %
J. Tah 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
J. Stanisic 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
J. Kimmich 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
1
Fouls
7.7
Rating
A. Pavlovic 
MAGNET
114
Activity
114
Activity
109
Passes
5
Duels
M. Olise
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
54%
Pass Acc
L. Karl 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
5
Shots
8
Rating
S. Gnabry
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
8.3
Rating
Forwards
H. Kane
STORMTROOPER
5
Shots
5
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
S. Ulreich 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Urbig
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kim Min-Jae
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Davies
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Guerreiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Goretzka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Bischof
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Jackson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
W. Mike
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sporting CP
Goalkeepers
R. Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
I. Fresneda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Quaresma
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
O. Diomande
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Reis
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
M. Araujo 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.6
Rating
5.6
Rating
10
Duels Lost
16
Poss Lost
Midfielders
G. Catamo 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
M. Hjulmand
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Simoes 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
34%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Alisson Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Forwards
L. Suarez
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
J. Virginia
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Diego Callai
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Vagiannidis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Inacio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Blopa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Mangas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Morita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Kochorashvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Felicissimo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Ribeiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Goncalves
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Ioannidis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +16
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -7
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -9
P: 6 GD: -13
P: 6 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +19
P: 8 GD: +14
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -13
P: 8 GD: -11
P: 8 GD: -14
P: 8 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Bayern's Clinical Demolition Ends Sporting's European Dream
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. This wasn't a contest—it was a masterclass in European football, with Bayern Munich dismantling Sporting CP at the Allianz Arena to reassert their continental credentials after a wobble in the league.
Precision and Dominance from the Outset
Bayern controlled the Intensity from kickoff, suffocating Sporting with 62% possession and a relentless barrage of 23 shots. The visitors arrived with defensive intent but found themselves outclassed—zero shots on target told the entire story. Serge Gnabry was the orchestrator of Bayern's brilliance, combining a goal with an assist to orchestrate the Bavarian onslaught. By the 77th minute, when Jonathan Tah added the fourth, Sporting's resistance had evaporated entirely.
The Own Goal That Broke Sporting's Spirit
The turning point arrived in the 54th minute when Joshua Kimmich's own goal—a cruel deflection off João Simões' effort—handed Sporting a lifeline. For a moment, the Balance shifted. But Bayern's response was swift and merciless. Gnabry restored order five minutes later, converting Maxence Olise's cutback with clinical finishing. Lennart Karl then added a third in the 69th minute, courtesy of Konrad Laimer's assist, before Tah's header put the contest beyond doubt. Bayern's xG of 2.10 versus Sporting's 0.28 encapsulated the gulf in class—the Bavarians created genuine chances; the Portuguese side created mirages.
A Statement of Intent in Europe
Bayern's 3-1 victory carries Stakes beyond the scoreline. In the league, they sit seventh with 15 points from six games—a concerning position for a club of their stature. This European demolition signals they remain dangerous when it matters most. Sporting, meanwhile, languish in 23rd place with 10 points, their Champions League campaign now teetering on the brink. The Allianz Arena witnessed clinical execution, not inspiration—but in Europe's premier competition, that's often enough.
Key Questions
Who was Bayern's standout performer?
Serge Gnabry (8.3 rating) combined a goal with an assist, orchestrating Bayern's attacking dominance throughout.
What did the statistics reveal?
Bayern's 23 shots to Sporting's 4, combined with 62% possession, illustrated complete dominance in every metric.
What's next for Bayern in Europe?
This victory strengthens their knockout credentials, but league form (7th place) demands urgent improvement domestically.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Giants Clash with Contrasting Ambitions at the Allianz Arena
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. While the statistical model suggests a mismatch, Bayern's pursuit of the top spot makes this a clinical exercise in European dominance.
The Setup
As we arrive at the Allianz Arena for this December 09 clash, the narrative is split. Bayern München enters this fixture in imperious Form, sitting comfortably in 2nd place with five wins from six. For the German giants, the Stakes are purely about seeding and maintaining momentum in the hunt for the trophy. Conversely, Sporting CP travels from Lisbon sitting in 14th, struggling to find the Balance required to upset the continent’s elite. The gap in Stars is evident, yet the Portuguese side remains a stubborn hurdle in the league stage hierarchy.
Key Battle
The tactical crux lies in the midfield transition. Without a specific individual duel to highlight, the focus falls on how Sporting’s defensive shape handles the verticality of Bayern’s attack. Harry Kane will likely lead the line for the hosts, looking to exploit any space left by a Sporting side that often fluctuates between a high press and a desperate low block. If the visitors cannot disrupt the rhythm of the Bavarian engine room, it will be a long night in Munich.
Our Prediction
Expect Bayern München to dictate proceedings from the first whistle. They will likely absorb Sporting's early energy before clinically dismantling them through superior ball retention and wide overloads. Viktor Gyökeres may provide a physical outlet for the visitors, but he will likely find himself isolated against a backline that has conceded only seven goals this campaign. A routine 3-0 victory for the home side is the most probable outcome.