Champions League
Bayern and Manchester United dominate early Champions League fixtures
The first round of the Ligue des champions UEFA group stage concluded on Thursday, with Bayern Munich and Manchester United both securing emphatic victories. Bayern thrashed Bodø/Glimt 5‑0, Michael Olise netting a double, while United dispatched Sabah 4‑0. The results underline their intent ahead of the demanding campaign.
Bayern Munich's display was anchored by Michael Olise, who struck twice to cement the 5‑0 victory over Bodø/Glimt. The German side controlled possession throughout, limiting the Norwegian club to few chances.
Man Utd mirrored the dominance, overwhelming Sabah with a 4‑0 win. United's attack was clinical, confirming their early threat in the competition.
Other fixtures end in draws
Fenerbahçe and AS Roma shared points in a 1‑1 stalemate, as did PSV Eindhoven against Shakhtar Donetsk. Both games were decided by narrow margins, reflecting tightly contested encounters.
The remaining two group matches saw Slavia Prague fall 2‑3 to Lens, while Como edged RB Leipzig 4‑1. These results complete the six fixtures that opened the Champions League campaign.
The opening round highlights Bayern and Manchester United's early firepower, while the drawn games suggest a competitive group stage ahead. Fans will watch closely as the tournament progresses.