Bayern concede late equaliser a man down against Viking Stavanger

On the artificial turf of Viking Stavanger, Joshua Kimmich (left) is loudly discussing with referee Georgi Kabakov as the match goes into the second half. Bayern, who were already in the lead after an early defeat, suddenly find themselves facing a deficit and a yellow‑red card.

Early Conceded Goal and Surprising Lead

In the first half Viking Stavanger surprised the Munich side with an early goal and a dream counter‑attack. Shortly thereafter FC Bayern Munich turned the game around, with Harry Kane scoring from the penalty spot in the 54th minute and Luis Díaz taking the lead in the 71st minute. Gianni Stensness and Peter Christiansen had previously already provided a surprising opening goal.

Playing with One Man Down and Late Equalising Phase

After another quick conceded goal and a dismissal for Michael Olise, Bayern lose control. Reduced to ten men after the yellow‑red card for Olise in the 74th minute, Herman Haugen equalises in the 90th minute, so the match ends 3‑3.

The Champions League away fixture yielded Bayern only four points after two league games, despite a dominant possession rate of 73 %. In total, 13‑3 shots were recorded, with Konrad Laimer, Michael Olise and Luis Díaz failing to convert their attempts.

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Coach Vincent Kompany had to note that the star lineup had more difficulty than expected. Bayern played with Jonas Urbig in goal, as Manuel Neuer was injured. Sporting director Max Eberl emphasised that the goalkeeper configuration was “outstanding” and that Urbig was on a good path, while Neuer would remain number 1.

The Norwegian champion celebrated after 71 seconds the earliest goal of the Champions League season, while Urbig had already been overcome early. Despite a strong attacking performance, Bayern remained without a win, which, after the 2‑2 draw against FC Augsburg three days earlier, raised critical questions again.

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The match showed that even a record champion like Bayern Munich in European competition depends not only on individual quality, but also on discipline and the course of the game.