Match report
Bayern Munich Defeats Lyon 3-0 in UEFA Champions League
Lyon
0–3
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Bayern Munich
Aug 19, 2020
Bayern Munich demonstrated their dominance in the UEFA Champions League by defeating Lyon 3-0. Goals from Serge Gnabry and Robert Lewandowski ensured the Bavarians maintained their strong form in the competition. Lyon struggled to find their footing, with multiple yellow cards and tactical changes failing to shift the momentum. This win solidifies Bayern Munich's position as a serious contender for the title.
Key Facts
- • Bayern Munich secured a 3-0 victory over Lyon in the UEFA Champions League.
- • Serge Gnabry scored twice, at 18 and 33 minutes, to put Bayern Munich ahead.
- • Robert Lewandowski netted the third goal for Bayern Munich at 88 minutes.
- • Lyon received three yellow cards throughout the match.
- • Both teams made several substitutions, but Bayern Munich's offensive strength remained unchallenged.
Lineups
Lyon
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 1 Anthony Lopes (G)
- 5 Jason Denayer (D)
- 6 Marcelo (D)
- 20 Fernando Marçal (D)
- 14 Léo Dubois (M)
- 25 Maxence Caqueret (M)
- 39 Bruno Guimarães (M)
- 8 Houssem Aouar (M)
- 27 Maxwel Cornet (M)
- 21 Karl Toko Ekambi (F)
- 11 Memphis Depay (F)
Substitutes
- 30 Ciprian Tătărușanu
- 4 Rafael
- 3 Joachim Andersen
- 23 Kenny Tete
- 2 Sinaly Diomande
- 31 Melvin Bard
- 10 Bertrand Traoré
- 17 Jeff Reine-Adélaïde
- 12 Thiago Mendes
- 22 Jean Lucas
- 36 Rayan Cherki
- 9 Moussa Dembélé
Bayern Munich
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Manuel Neuer (G)
- 32 Joshua Kimmich (D)
- 17 Jérôme Boateng (D)
- 27 David Alaba (D)
- 19 Alphonso Davies (D)
- 6 Thiago Alcántara (M)
- 18 Leon Goretzka (M)
- 22 Serge Gnabry (M)
- 25 Thomas Müller (M)
- 14 Ivan Perišić (M)
- 9 Robert Lewandowski (F)
Substitutes
- 26 Sven Ulreich
- 39 Ron-Thorben Hoffmann
- 8 Javi Martínez
- 2 Álvaro Odriozola
- 5 Benjamin Pavard
- 4 Niklas Süle
- 21 Lucas Hernández
- 35 Joshua Zirkzee
- 10 Philippe Coutinho
- 24 Corentin Tolisso
- 11 Michaël Cuisance
- 29 Kingsley Coman
Timeline
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18' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalS. Gnabry · Assist: J. Kimmich
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33' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalS. Gnabry · Assist: R. Lewandowski
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35' Lyon Card · Yellow CardMarcelo
Roughing
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42' Lyon Card · Yellow CardMarcal
Roughing
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46' Lyon subst · Substitution 1Off: Thiago Mendes
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58' Lyon subst · Substitution 2Off: Moussa Dembélé · On: M. Depay
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63' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 2Off: K. Coman · On: Ivan Perišić
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67' Lyon subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Reine-Adelaide · On: K. Toko Ekambi
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67' Lyon subst · Substitution 4Off: Kenny Tete · On: L. Dubois
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73' Lyon subst · Substitution 5Off: R. Cherki · On: Marcal
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75' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 3Off: Coutinho · On: S. Gnabry
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82' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 4Off: Benjamin Pavard · On: L. Goretzka
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82' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 5Off: C. Tolisso · On: Thiago Alcântara
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86' Lyon Card · Yellow CardThiago Mendes
Roughing
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88' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalR. Lewandowski · Assist: J. Kimmich
Match Stats
| Stat | Lyon | Bayern Munich |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 77% | 88% |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 9 | 19 |
| Corners | 4 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 328 | 647 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 7 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 8 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 4 |
| Possession | 34% | 66% |
| Accurate Passes | 253 | 567 |
| Shots Inside Box | 7 | 12 |
| Saves | 5 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Serge Gnabry's early goal at 18 minutes set the tone for Bayern Munich's commanding performance.
- ▸ The second goal from Gnabry at 33 minutes further demoralized Lyon, who could not mount a comeback despite tactical adjustments.
- ▸ Robert Lewandowski's late goal at 88 minutes ensured Bayern Munich's victory and showcased their clinical finishing under pressure.