Did FC Bayern Munich lose the German championship? The international press comments on the 1-3 defeat against RB Leipzig.
Munich – FC Bayern Munich lost 1-3 to RB Leipzig – once again revealing weaknesses that were not seen in the record champions. Coach Thomas Tuchel was at a loss after the game, Joshua Kimmich reported a huge anger. And the Bayern fans didn't even want to stay until the final whistle.
| FC Bayern – RB Leipzig 1:3 (1:0) | |
| Goals: | 1-0 Gnabry (25'), 1-1 Laimer (64'), 1-2 Nkunku (76'), 1-3 Szoboszlai (86') |
| Spectator: | 75.000 |
Bayern's defeat against Leipzig makes BVB celebrate
The bankruptcy of the Munich team was a steep assist for Borussia Dortmund. BVB won 3-0 at FC Augsburg a day later, and with a week to go, the Black and Yellows now have a two-point lead over FCB. On the last matchday, there will be a heartbeat final. The Borussians have the 1st FSV Mainz 05 as guests, at the same time the Bavarians are challenged at 1.
The fact that FC Bayern may not go into the summer break with the trophy under their arm for the first time after ten championships in a row has made big headlines nationally and internationally. We summarize the press comments.
Perplexed Bayern after the final whistle against Leipzig. © IMAGO/Frank Hoermann / SVEN SIMON
International press comments on Bayern's defeat against Leipzig: Germany
Kicker: "Third title gone? Bayern provides Dortmund with the steep assist"
Image: "Bayern horror! BVB have everything in their hands"
Sky: "Laimer & Doppel-Elfer! RB shocks FCB in title race & makes BVB celebrate"
Süddeutsche Zeitung: "Bayern's defence is crumbling like slate"
Sport1: "Unbelievable turnaround in Bayern's bankruptcy! RB makes Dortmund celebrate"
IPPEN. MEDIA: "Bayern collapses against Leipzig: Munich puts the championship on Dortmund"
International press comments on Bayern's defeat against Leipzig: Spain
Marca: "Bayern is stumbling, Dortmund have the title in their own hands"
ACE: "Bayern's Harakiri: The umpteenth defeat opens the door for Borussia Dortmund"
Mundo Deportivo: "Bayern is stumbling and could lose the lead in the standings on Sunday!"
International press comments on Bayern's defeat against Leipzig: Italy
Gazzetta dello Sport: "Harakiri-Bayern: 1:3 defeat at home against Leipzig - overtakes Dortmund?"
Tuttosport: "Bayern bankruptcy: Now Borussia Dortmund can overtake them"
International press comments on Bayern's defeat against Leipzig: Austria and Switzerland
Crown: "Title gone now? Laimer scores! Bavaria threatens after bankruptcy "Worst-case scenario"
Messenger: "Bitter setback for Bayern"
Look: "Bayern loses – also the championship?"
20min: "Championship madness in Munich – now the way is clear for Dortmund"
International press comments on Bayern's defeat against Leipzig: England
Guardian: "Leipzig amazes Bavaria and opens the door for Dortmund" (akl)