MUNICH: Former champion Bayern Munich overcame Manchester United 4-3 on Wednesday in a high-scoring and eventful Champions League opener.
At the Allianz Arena, the 30-year-old Harry Kane claimed both an assist and scored from the penalty spot – after a VAR check to rule Christian Eriksen had handled in the box – to take his tally of goals this season to five in five games in all competitions.
An opening-game loss at the six-time champions of Europe will not define the campaign, especially with FC Copenhagen and Galatasaray – who drew 2-2 earlier on Wednesday in Istanbul – both more beatable in the group, but they are now in dire need of a response to restore some focus and faith.
