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UCL: Bayern stay unbeaten in Europe with Atletico win

Bayern Munich continued their unbeaten start to the Champions League season with an assured 2-0 victory at Atletico Madrid. Teenage star Lennart Karl had a first half to forget, but he redeemed himself by breaking the deadlock with a sneaky finish nine minutes after the restart. The 18-year-old nipped in behind Robin le Normand, snatched […]

UCL: Bayern stay unbeaten in Europe with Atletico win

Bayern Munich extended their uninterrupted streak in the Champions League with a commanding 2-0 triumph over Atletico Madrid. Teenage sensation Lennart Karl, who had a challenging opening half, scored the opening goal in the 51st minute, capitalizing on his youthful quickness to sneak past Robin le Normand and slot the ball past Jan Oblak.

The young player's goal was a testament to his skill and potential as he capitalized on a defensive lapse in the Atletico attack. Konrad Laimer added further to Bayern's lead, unleashing a powerful shot that found the back of the net after being delivered by Harry Kane, marking his first European appearance since winning the Ballon d’Or.

Despite Kane's impressive start to the season, his opportunity to extend his Champions League scoring record was thwarted as he failed to connect with the ball. Oblak proved resilient, thwarting several chances with a vital save tipping Dayot Upamecano's header onto the crossbar. Bayern's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer also had a quiet night, only facing one shot on target from the visitors.

The German giants remain unbeaten in their Champions League campaign thus far and prepare to face Lille in their next fixture on November 25. Meanwhile, Atletico face Norwegian champions Viking in a similar fixture on the same evening.

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