Bayern Munich Make History With 10–0 Win Over Auckland City in Club World Cup Opener
Date: June 15, 2025
Location: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California, USA
In a jaw-dropping opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, Bayern Munich stormed to a record-breaking 10–0 victory against New Zealand’s Auckland City. The reigning Bundesliga champions delivered a masterclass in attacking football, registering the biggest win in Club World Cup history and sending a thunderous message to the rest of the field in the newly expanded 32-team format.
A Clash of Footballing Worlds
The fixture highlighted a glaring disparity between the elite European powerhouses and part-time teams from smaller confederations. Auckland City, 11-time OFC Champions League winners, are a club with tremendous spirit but limited resources. Their squad is mostly semi-professional, with players juggling training alongside full-time jobs. In contrast, Bayern Munich boast a star-studded lineup worth over a billion euros and staffed by seasoned internationals and emerging prodigies.
Despite the odds, Auckland approached the game with ambition and pride. Yet, they were overwhelmed from the first whistle. Bayern’s high press, technical mastery, and relentless speed left the Kiwis shell-shocked within minutes of kickoff.
First Half Blitz: A Ruthless Opening 45 Minutes
The match began with a statement of intent. Barely four minutes had passed when Kingsley Coman latched onto a lofted through-ball from Joshua Kimmich and slotted it past the Auckland keeper to make it 1–0. Just three minutes later, Coman struck again with a curling effort from the edge of the box, completing a rapid brace that set the tone for the evening.
As Auckland scrambled to reorganize, Bayern’s full-backs pushed high, compressing the pitch. Sacha Boey, the club’s new right-back acquisition from Galatasaray, surged forward in the 18th minute and rifled a powerful strike into the roof of the net. It was his first competitive goal for Bayern—and one to remember.
Then came the Michael Olise show. Making his Club World Cup debut after a high-profile move from Crystal Palace, Olise dazzled with his footwork and vision. He found the net twice before halftime—once with a composed finish after a cutback from Alphonso Davies (20′), and again just before the whistle (45+2′) with a clever chip over the keeper.
Veteran forward Thomas Müller, captaining the side, added Bayern’s sixth in the 45th minute with a trademark poacher’s finish after a fumbled clearance. The scoreboard read 6–0 at the break, and fans inside Levi’s Stadium had witnessed one of the most dominant halves in FIFA tournament history.
Second-Half Fireworks: Musiala’s Hat-Trick Headlines a Historic Night
With the match already sealed, manager Vincent Kompany opted to rotate his midfield and front line in the second half. Off came Harry Kane—who, surprisingly, didn’t find the net—and on came Jamal Musiala, the 22-year-old phenom known as “Magic Musiala.” What followed was a personal tour de force.
In the 68th minute, Musiala opened his account with a mazy run through three defenders before calmly slotting home. Just five minutes later, he doubled his tally, this time finishing a fluid passing move started by Ryan Gravenberch. The hat-trick was completed in the 84th minute with a curled finish into the far corner—drawing thunderous applause even from neutral fans.
Müller then closed out the scoring in the 90th minute with his second of the night, nudging Bayern into double digits—10 goals without reply. The final whistle brought both relief and respect: Auckland, though outplayed, had continued to compete until the very end.
Breaking Records and Setting Standards
This match will be etched into the annals of Club World Cup history for a number of reasons:
- Largest margin of victory: Bayern’s 10–0 win surpasses the previous record (8–0) held by Manchester United in a friendly tournament.
- First hat-trick of the 2025 edition: Musiala becomes the first player to score three goals in a single game this year.
- First goal of the 32-team format: Coman’s early strike was the historic opening goal of the newly expanded Club World Cup.
- Most goals in a single Club World Cup match: Bayern now hold the record with 10 team goals in one fixture.
Post-Match Reactions: Kompany, Players, and Opponents
Bayern manager Vincent Kompany, making his tournament debut as head coach, praised his team’s intensity:
“We came here with ambition. This was a test of mentality, not just skill. From the opening minute, we showed why Bayern are a club that expects excellence every game. We respect Auckland City and their spirit—they never gave up. But for us, this was just the beginning.”
Jamal Musiala was visibly elated during his post-match interview:
“I just wanted to make an impact off the bench. Getting a hat-trick in a World Cup opener is special. We know tougher games are ahead, but tonight was about making history. We did that.”
In contrast, Auckland City manager Albert Riera admitted the gap in quality was immense:
“We knew it would be tough, but we told the boys to play with heart and pride. Bayern are world-class. But for our players—some of whom work regular jobs—this was an unforg
