Bayern Munich continues to dominate the Bundesliga, securing a 3-1 victory against VfB Stuttgart at the Mercedes-Benz Arena on February 28, 2025. This latest win marks Bayern's ninth consecutive match without defeat, propelling them 11 points clear at the top of the league standings.
Despite the jubilation among Bayern's away supporters, the match started on a tense note for the visitors. Stuttgart, buoyed by their vociferous home crowd, struck first blood. The pacey Angelo Stiller, who once donned Bayern's colors, unleashed a stunning left-footed shot from the edge of the box, sending the ball soaring past Bayern's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer and putting the hosts 1-0 up by the 34th minute.
"Stuttgart were clearly the stronger side during the first half," admitted Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany. Despite the setback, Bayern maintained their composure. Just before half-time, they found their equalizer. Leroy Sané, recovering from his earlier slip, played an incisive pass to Michael Olise, who made no mistake from close range. The teams went to the break at 1-1, with Bayern visibly more confident post-goal.
"We believed we could turn the game around," said Neuer, reflecting on the team's spirit and determination. The second half picked up momentum, with Bayern exerting increasing pressure on the Stuttgart defense. A decisive moment came when Leon Goretzka intercepted the ball from Stuttgart's defense and effortlessly slotted it home to give Bayern the lead at 2-1.
“It was hard work tonight,” Goretzka shared after the game. "Funnily enough, I said to the coach at half-time I was going to score a goal like this," he added, showcasing his self-belief and tactical awareness.
Stuttgart, undeterred, fought valiantly to equalize once more. Their head coach, Sebastian Hoeneß, noted, "We wanted to play with courage and intensity… and we created chances, but at the end of the day, Bayern's experience showed through." The hosts had several beautiful link-up plays, yet their excessive eagerness led them to make errors, one of which Bayern ruthlessly capitalized on.
With time dwindling down, Kingsley Coman sealed the victory, scoring Bayern's third goal after intercepting a defensive mishap by Stuttgart’s goalkeeper Alexander Nübel. Coman’s agile positioning and poise made him 3-1 the match winner, much to the delight of Bayern's traveling fans.
"We were hungry until the end and were determined to win the game," reflected substitute Josip Stanišić, emphasizing the squad's collective drive. Bayern's victory not only highlights their consistent form but also serves as strong momentum heading toward their upcoming Champions League clash against Bayer Leverkusen.
With their Bundesliga title hopes now firmly planted, Bayern Munich fans can bask in the afterglow of this triumph, chanting, "Only FCB will be German champions!" as the sparks of celebration filled the air after the final whistle.
The match serves as yet another chapter in Bayern's storied history, reinforcing their status as the team to beat this season, not just domestically but also on the European stage. With high hopes and solid performances backing them, Bayern looks poised to continue their winning ways.