Bayern Munich secured a vital 5-1 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday night, keeping their hopes alive in the UEFA Champions League after a thrilling encounter.
The game kicked off with a shock as the Ukrainian side took the lead just five minutes into the match. Kevin scored the opener, sending a wave of anxiety through the Bavarians’ camp.
However, Bayern responded quickly, equalizing in the 11th minute through Konrad Laimer.
As the first half progressed, Bayern seized control, and Thomas Müller put them ahead with a well-taken goal at the stroke of halftime, giving Bayern a 2-1 advantage.
The second half saw more attacking brilliance from Bayern.
In the 70th minute, Olise scored to extend their lead to 3-1.
Jamal Musiala added another goal in the 83rd minute to make it 4-1.
Olise completed his brace in the dying moments of the match, finding the back of the net in the 90+3rd minute to seal a dominant 5-1 victory.
With the win, Bayern Munich have kept their qualification hopes alive as they look to secure a spot in the knockout stages through the playoffs.
Meanwhile, Shakhtar Donetsk, under Vincent Kompany, will be hoping to regroup and push for a potential qualification in the coming fixtures.