Bayern Munich faced a setback in their Bundesliga title pursuit as they succumbed to a 1-0 defeat against Werder Bremen on Sunday, courtesy of Mitchell Weiser’s decisive goal. This loss, the second in the league for Bayern this season, keeps them seven points behind the table-toppers Bayer Leverkusen.
Defeat at home.
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This defeat marks Werder Bremen’s first victory in Munich since 2008, emphasizing the significance of their achievement. Bayern, currently in second place with 41 points and a game in hand, couldn’t find a breakthrough against Werder’s disciplined defense throughout the match.
Despite a disallowed goal for Werder in the 25th minute, former Bayern player Mitchell Weiser secured the win for the visitors in the 59th minute with a skillful play, eluding his marker and unleashing an unstoppable shot past Bayern’s goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.
The hosts, set to face Union Berlin in a postponed league game on Wednesday, struggled to mount a comeback. Their attempts, including a close-range header from top scorer Harry Kane in the 72nd minute, were thwarted as Werder’s defense held firm.
Werder goalkeeper Michael Zetterer played a crucial role in preserving the lead, saving a Leroy Sane shot in the 79th minute and denying Kane’s header shortly afterward. The result leaves Bayern trailing with 41 points, while Bayer Leverkusen leads the table with 48 points after a dramatic 3-2 win over RB Leipzig on Saturday.
As Bayern prepares for their upcoming fixture against Union Berlin, they will need to regroup and strategize to close the gap in the Bundesliga title race.