Bayern Munich's women drew 2:2 with Manchester City in the opening match of the new Champions League season. The German team led by two goals during the match, but ultimately failed to hold on to victory. Spiegel.de ↗
The match was significantly affected by the situation surrounding the English team's consolation goal. Smoke from pyrotechnics was present on the pitch at the time, which disrupted the flow of play and caused irritation among Bayern's players. The Munich side subsequently criticized the circumstances under which Manchester City reduced their deficit. Sueddeutsche Zeitung ↗
After a promising start, Bayern came close to victory, but their opponent managed to gradually close the gap. The match ended in a 2:2 draw, meaning both teams earned one point each. For Bayern, this means losing their lead despite having built a significant advantage. Tagesspiegel ↗
According to post-match reactions, the German team's players were left disappointed not only by the result but also by how the contentious situation involving the pyrotechnic smoke unfolded. The opening round thus produced a curious match in which Bayern failed to convert a two-goal lead into a win. Further developments in the group will depend on the results of the upcoming matches. n-tv ↗
Bayern squandered a two-goal lead against Manchester City
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Womens Champions League: FC Bayern verspielt 2:0-Führung gegen Manchester City– Spielerinnen von Bengalo irritiert
Spiegel.de
| 08:57 23.09.
Bayern-Fußballerinnen irritiert: Schiedsrichterin sorgt für Pyro-Aktion für Ärger
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| 06:16 23.09.
Bayern-Fußballerinnen irritiert: Schiedsrichterin sorgt mit Pyro-Aktion für Ärger
n-tv
| 06:16 23.09.
Champions League: Rückschlag im blauen Rauch: Bayern-Frauen verpassen Sieg
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Champions-League - Fußballerinnen des FC Bayern spielen gegen Manchester City 2:2
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| 00:41 23.09.
Champions League der Frauen: Die Bayern-Frauen verlieren zwei Punkte im Pyro-Nebel
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Champions-League - Fußballerinnen des FC Bayern spielen gegen Manchester City 2:2
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