The eleven-time Bundesliga champion, Bayern Munich, faced a stunning 5-1 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt at Deutsche Bank Park, putting an end to their six-match league win streak in a dramatic turn of events.
Despite dominating possession, Bayern found themselves thoroughly outclassed on a rain-soaked afternoon in Frankfurt, marking their first league defeat of the season.
The tone was set early when Frankfurt's Ansgar Knauff capitalized on an Alphonso Davies slip in the opening minute, driving into the box and narrowly missing a goal with his deflected shot.
Frankfurt's persistent pressure paid off in the 12th minute, leading to Farès Chaïbi's goal after Bayern's defensive lapse. The host continued to dominate as Hugo Larsson added another goal in the 36th minute.
Bayern managed to pull one back just before halftime with a magnificent goal from Joshua Kimmich, offering a glimmer of hope.
The second half saw Bayern attempting a comeback, but Frankfurt remained in control. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting had a blocked shot in a promising attack.
However, Frankfurt extended their lead in the 58th minute when Dina Ebimbe secured his second goal of the night. An additional goal from Ansgar Knauff in the 60th minute sealed Bayern's fate at 5-1.
After the match, Bayern's manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the team's subpar performance, attributing it to a lack of intensity. Forward Thomas Müller conceded that Frankfurt deserved the win, emphasizing the need for Bayern to regroup.
The defeat meant Bayern missed an opportunity to claim the top spot in the league. Looking ahead, Bayern faces an in-crisis Manchester United in the UEFA Champions League, aiming for redemption after the disappointing loss to Frankfurt. Despite the setback, Bayern is expected to bring their A-game to Old Trafford, given their historical resilience and determination.