Harry Kane's Response to Bayern Munich Luck Claims After Dominating RB Leipzig
After netting a crucial goal in Bayern Munich's 5-1 victory over RB Leipzig, striker Harry Kane dismisses allegations of luck favoring his team. Find out more about Kane's performance and reactions in the thrilling Bundesliga clash.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane rubbished claimed that his side get all the luck after scoring in Saturday's 5-1 win over RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga. Kane benefitted from a costly slip to put Bayern 2-1 up in the game before the Bavarian giants romped to victory. Bayern now sit 11 points clear of Dortmund at the top of the table after 18 games played.Bayern chalked up another big Bundesliga win on Saturday as Vincent Kompany's side swept past RB Leipzig. The visitors had to come from behind to take all three points with Serge Gnabry, Jonathan Tah, Aleksandar Pavlovic and Michael Olise joining Kane on the scoresheet. Kane enjoyed an element of luck before firing Bayern into the lead for the first time in the match as defender Ridle Baku slipped, allowing the England captain to latch onto a cross from Olise and fire past goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi.Kane was quizzed about'Bayern-Dusel' after the game - a German theory that the Bavarian giants tend to enjoy luck in games - but Kane played down such talk. He told ESPN: "It was kind of a quick reaction, to be honest. I expected him to just head it away, and it came at my feet really quickly. The touch was really good from my point of view. it set me up. I took another one and was able to put it across. From that distance it's more just about power and thankfully it went in. I'm not complaining!"Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!While Bayern put five past RB Leipzig, Kane also singled out goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for praise after the match. He said: "I think this season, the second parts of the game, I feel like we've grown in a lot of those. I think when the space gets a little bit bigger, with the squad that we have and the substitutes that we can make. The energy stays high, the intensity gets even more, and then we punish them. They were still dangerous. Manuel still had to make some really good saves in the second half. It was one of those games that was on a tipping edge and then once we got ahead and then the third we pushed on from there."We knew as the game would go on the spaces would be there and we needed to be clearer with the ball especially when we recovered it. We did that well second half and we took our chances when they came. Manu is incredible, honestly. To share the pitch with him an to watch him train every day. He's 39 years young and still bouncing about. He's always there with us and you saw today, he made some really good saves and helped us win the game."Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingOlise was the real hero for Bayern against RB Leipzig. The winger started the game on the bench but came on and bagged three assists and scored in a brilliant cameo. He becomes just the second Bundesliga player to grab three assists as a substitute, after Franck Ribery. Kompany revealed why he had left him out of the starting XI for the game. He told Sky before kick-off: "We simply have three games in six days. How else can I explain it? And then three more games in six days. But then three more games, and then three more games. This month of January is for all the guys, otherwise we won’t make it. Michael will probably still play an important role later on in the game."Bayern will now prepare for a Champions League tie against Union Saint-Gilloise. The Bavarians have been in good form in Europe as well this season, winning five of six group games, and currently sit in second place in the standings.
Harry Kane's Key Contribution
In the recent Bundesliga showdown between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig, Harry Kane played a pivotal role in securing a convincing 5-1 win for his team. Benefitting from a costly slip by Leipzig's defender, Kane found the net to put Bayern ahead and set the tone for their dominant performance.
Kane Brushes Off Claims of Bayern's Luck
Despite talks of 'Bayern-Dusel', a concept suggesting Bayern often benefit from luck in games, Kane downplayed such notions. Reflecting on his goal, Kane emphasized the quick reaction and skill involved in seizing the opportunity presented to him, highlighting his focus on making the most of the situation rather than relying solely on luck.
Kane Acknowledges Neuer's Role
Acknowledging the team effort in the victory, Kane praised goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for his outstanding saves that helped Bayern maintain their lead and secure the win. Kane commended Neuer's consistency and energy, emphasizing the veteran goalkeeper's influence in keeping Bayern ahead when under pressure.
Olise Shines in Bayern's Triumph
While Kane's contribution was significant, Michael Olise emerged as a standout performer in the game, contributing with three assists and a goal off the bench. Kompany's decision to utilize Olise's impact as a substitute proved vital, showcasing the depth and versatility of Bayern's squad in securing crucial victories.
Champions League Test Up Next
Following their impressive Bundesliga display, Bayern Munich gears up for a Champions League clash against Union Saint-Gilloise. With a strong performance in Europe thus far, Bayern looks to continue their winning momentum and make a mark in the competitive tournament.







