Bayern Munich’s recent form took another hit as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Freiburg, marking their fourth consecutive away game without a win across the Bundesliga and Champions League since January. The match, which took place on Friday, saw Freiburg’s Lucas Hoeler score a late equalizer in the 87th minute, keeping Bayern’s title rivals, Bayer Leverkusen, in a strong position to extend their lead at the top of the Bundesliga.
The game had its moments of brilliance, with Mathys Tel and Jamal Musiala scoring for Bayern, and Christian Guenter opening the scoring for Freiburg with a stunning goal. Despite Bayern’s efforts, Hoeler’s late goal ensured the points were shared, leaving Bayern’s manager Thomas Tuchel to criticize his team’s performance, particularly highlighting their “body language and lack of bite” in the early stages of the game.
Bayern’s inability to secure an away win adds pressure on the team as they prepare to host Lazio in the Champions League, facing a 1-0 deficit from the first leg. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen has the opportunity to further their lead with a win against Cologne in their upcoming derby match, as they aim for their first-ever Bundesliga title.
Freiburg’s performance was commendable, with Vincenzo Grifo acknowledging the challenge of facing a team like Bayern. The draw places Freiburg in ninth position in a tightly contested Bundesliga table, where only a few points separate several teams. Bayern’s new sporting director, Max Eberl, remains optimistic about challenging Leverkusen for the title, despite the setback.
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