Musiala is a gem - but Kane is a record-breaker!

A rising talent from Bayern Munich shines as Harry Kane continues to set new records while Die Roten close in on Bayer Leverkusen following a dominant victory over Darmstadt.

Jamal Musiala netted twice, and Harry Kane continued to set new records in the Bundesliga as Bayern Munich secured a dominant 5-2 victory over Darmstadt, who are currently at the bottom of the league standings, on Saturday.

On Saturday, Bayern Munich comfortably emerged victorious as they strive to close the gap on Bayer Leverkusen at the summit of the Bundesliga.

Match Report

The match started off tumultuously when Thomas Muller clashed with Darmstadt goalkeeper Marcel Schuhen, setting the tone for a frenetic encounter. Despite Harry Kane tapping into an unguarded net after the incident, the referee controversially awarded Darmstadt a free-kick, sparking a surge in intensity.

Facing a setback with the disallowed goal, Bayern found themselves trailing 1-0 to the league's bottom-placed team after Mathias Honsak set up Tim Skarke with a brilliant play. However, Thomas Tuchel's side quickly responded through the impressive Jamal Musiala, who capitalized on Kane's assist to level the score. Kane, determined as ever, eventually found the net, marking his 31st goal of the season and inching closer to Robert Lewandowski's record.

Although Darmstadt threatened once more with Oscar Vilhelmsson hitting the crossbar just before halftime, their momentum waned in the second half as Bayern shifted into a higher gear. Musiala added his second goal with a dazzling solo run and clinical finish shortly after the hour mark. Late substitutions Serge Gnabry and Mathys Tel also got involved in the scoring spree. Despite Vilhelmsson's exquisite consolation goal, the match ended with Bayern securing a routine 5-2 victory under Tuchel's guidance. The only downside was Kane's injury late in the game, leaving Tuchel concerned about his fitness.

Although Bayern emerged as clear winners, for Darmstadt, it marks their 19th consecutive Bundesliga match without a victory, virtually sealing their relegation from the top tier of German football.

Man of the match

Jamal Musiala emerges as the standout player in this match. While Harry Kane may have notched a record-breaking 31st league goal and provided the technical assist for Musiala's first goal, it was Musiala who truly stole the show. With impeccable close control and remarkable dribbling skills, the 21-year-old showcased his talent throughout the game. Even before his impressive solo goal for his second, Musiala repeatedly troubled the Darmstadt defense with similar maneuvers.

He came close to completing a hat-trick with a delightful chip that struck the crossbar late in the game. Musiala delivered a truly captivating performance, highlighting his immense potential.

The big loser

As Jamal Musiala maintains his impressive form, Leroy Sane's struggles persist. The Bayern winger has now gone five months without finding the back of the net, evident in his visible frustration when he was substituted in the second half. Sane walked off the field clearly irritated, only to eventually return to the bench.

Adding to his woes, his replacement Serge Gnabry scored just three minutes after coming on, compounding Sane's difficulties. It's undoubtedly a challenging period for Sane, who may find himself spending more time on the bench if Gnabry continues to perform well.

What next for Bayern Munich?

Bayern Munich continue their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen at the summit of the Bundesliga. The gap between the two teams has now narrowed to seven points with eight games remaining in the season. However, Xabi Alonso's side still has a match against Freiburg scheduled for Sunday.