Lewandowski and Coutinho key to Bayern’s convincing 4-0 win
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FC Bayern kicked off the Oktoberfest with a real spectacle by thrashing newly promoted 1. FC Köln at the Allianz Arena as Robert Lewandowski and Philippe Coutinho really turned up the heat! The Poland international scored twice and already has nine goals to his name after the first five Matchdays. And Bayern’s new Brazilian superstar Philippe Coutinho celebrated his first goal, too. Another newcomer, Ivan Perisic, showed again how important he could be for the record German champions this season with the Croatia international netting his second of the campaign. Thanks to their emphatic win, the men from Munich are still right on the tails of league leaders RB Leipzig. Enjoy the highlights of the match. Do you think Bayern will soon be able to oust RB from the top of the table? Let us know in the comments.
The new stars at Bayern show off and score their first goals
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Just one day after the 3-0 win over FC Schalke 04, FC Bayern München’s stars played again in a friendly match. Newcomers Philippe Coutinho, Ivan Perisic and Mickaël Cuisance scored their first goals for their new club against FC Bayern fan club Vilshofen Rot Weiß. A host of youth players were also involved and helped the team to a 13-1 win. For Vilshofen Rot Weiß, it was an event they will never forget, and for the Bavarians, a relaxed test before the next Bundesliga match against FSV Mainz 05. Which goal was your favourite? Let us know in the comments!
Perisic and Pavard Goals on Coutinho’s full debut
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FC Bayern’s new superstar Philippe Coutinho has arrived at the Allianz Arena. The Brazilian made his home debut in Bayern’s 6-1 thrashing of 1. FSV Mainz 05, in which six different players got on the scoresheet – the first time that’s happened for the record champions since 1998. Among them were spectacular first Bayern goals for Ivan Perisic and Benjamin Pavard as well as a great free-kick from David Alaba. Which goal was your favourite? Let us know in the comments.
Robert Lewandowski bags hat-trick as Coutinho makes debut
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Bayern München returned to winning ways when they downed FC Schalke 04 3-0. The German record champions had Robert Lewandowski to thank for the win, as the Pole scored all three goals away to Schalke. Lewandowski’s show coincided with the debuts of new signings Philippe Coutinho, Lucas Hernández and Ivan Perisic. Striker ‘Lewy’ demonstrated his versatility, proving he is an absolutely complete forward. But see for yourself. Which of Lewandowski’s goals did you like best? And will Coutinho & Co. defend the championship title? Let us know in the comments.
