Bayern Munich's Harry Kane continues purple patch in Pafos rout

Bayern Munich put in a gala performance to beat Pafos, with Harry Kane scoring twice in a one-sided win in the UEFA Champions League.

Pafos 1-5 Bayern Munich
Goals: 0-1 Kane 15' (assist: Olise), 0-2 Guerreiro 20' (assist: Jackson), 0-3 Jackson 31' (assist: Olise), 0-4 Kane 34' (assist), 1-4 Oršić 45', 1-5 Olise 65'

Almost every Bayern attack resulted in a goal in a decidedly one-sided first half in Limassol.

Luíz Diaz fired off an early warning shot, before Michael Olise threaded a pass into the penalty box for Kane to sweep a first-time finish into the bottom corner.

Olise was involved again as Raphaël Guerreiro combined with Chelsea loanee Nicolas Jackson for a superbly worked second goal.

Jackson, having not long been thwarted by Neofytos Michail, then fired home from inside the penalty area following another teasing Olise run.

Kane doubled his tally with a well-taken solo effort to cap a blistering 19-minute goal glut, with only a strong Michail save preventing Díaz from adding a fifth.

The Pafos fans did have something to cheer on the stroke of half-time as Mislav Oršić left Manuel Neuer rooted to the spot with a swerving strike from 18 yards.

To their credit, Pafos refused to throw in the towel as David Goldar had a goal-bound header from a corner blocked by a teammate soon after the restart.

Bayern went straight on the attack with half-time substitute Serge Gnabry, who set up Olise for a low effort repelled by Michail. The Pafos stopper also had to be alert to a low drive from Jackson after unselfish play by Kane.

A little sluggish at times, at least compared to the first 45, Bayern did add a fifth goal with 69 minutes gone. Olise reacted fastest after Michail had thwarted Jackson at close quarters, the Frenchman sweeping high into the net to crown a devilish individual display.

Bayern hit the woodwork twice towards the end of another impressive team showing, Vincent Kompany's charges still perfect in all competitions in 2025/26 and now top of the Champions League league phase standings on goal difference.

Match stats

• Bayern have scored some 35 goals across their first nine competitive games in 2025/26.
• Kane has four goals after two Champions League matchdays, and 17 in nine in all competitions so far this term.
• The Englishman has scored at least twice in 26 of his 105 appearances for Bayern.
• Olise boasts 11 goal involvements in his first 16 Champions League outings (six goals and five assists).
• Neuer made his 152nd Champions League appearance tonight, putting him level fifth with Karim Benzema in the all-time rankings. Only Thomas Müller, Lionel Messi (both 163), Iker Casillas (177) and Cristiano Ronaldo (183) have made more.
• Bayern have won all seven of their previous encounters against Cypriot clubs, scoring 36 goals in the process.

Teams

Pafos: Michail – Luckassen, Goldar (c), Luiz (Langa 59') - Jajá (Dimata 59'), Pêpê, Šunjić, Pileas (Sema 79') – Oršić, Anderson (Bassouamina 59'), Dragomir (Quina 66')
Unused subs: Gorter, Petrou, Correia
Out: Bruno (suspended)
Coach: Juan Carlos Carcedo

Bayern: Neuer (c) – Laimer (Bischof 83'), Upamecano (Tah 72'), Kim, Guerreiro – Kimmich, Pavlović – Olise (Karl 72'), Jackson, Díaz (Gnabry 46') – Kane (Boey 64')
Unused subs: Ulreich, Klanac, Goretzka, Mike
Out: Davies (knee), Ito (foot), Musiala (ankle), Stanišić (knee), Urbig (groin)
Coach: Vincent Kompany

As it happened!

1 - 5

(1 - 4)

Pafos

FINAL

Bayern

Champions League
League phase, Matchday 2 League phase, Matchday 2 Limassol Stadium

Full-time: Pafos 1-5 Bayern

Brilliant from Bayern, who had the game sewed up with those four first-half goals. Olise was magnificent and deservedly added his side's fifth as the Bundesliga leaders made it nine wins from nine to start the campaign. They're also top of the Champions League league phase table after two games.

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Full-time

90'

Added time

Three minutes for Bayern to add to their already impressive haul...

89'

Charmed life

A real left-off for Pafos as the woodwork denies Gnabry's low drive and Jackson's effort from a tight angle within the space of a minute!

86'

Top marks for Jackson

The lively Jackson fires wide as Bayern threaten a sixth goal. The Senegalese forward has put in a real shift tonight, punctuated by his first goal and assist since his summer loan move from Chelsea.

83'

Fresh midfield legs

Bayern's final change sees Tom Bischof, who made his first Bayern start last Friday, replace the ever-industrious Konrad Laimer.

83'

Substitution

Tom Bischof

Konrad Laimer

79'

Substitution

Sema

Pileas

76'

Karl takes aim

With Bayern firmly back in control of proceedings, Karl drives over the crossbar. If you saw any of his pre-season performances, you'll know the 17-year-old winger can certainly strike a ball

72'

Like-for-like changes

Jonathan Tah's on for Dayot Upamecano at centre-half, while young Lennart Karl replaces Michael Olise, who's arguably been the best player on the pitch.

72'

Substitution

Lennart Karl

Michael Olise

72'

Substitution

Jonathan Tah

Dayot Upamecano

69'

Olise gets his goal!

Nothing but deserved for the Bayern winger, who drives high into the roof of the net after Michail had saved from Jackson. He's been unplayable tonight.

69'

Michael Olise

GOAL!

1:5

66'

Substitution

Quina

Dragomir

64'

No hat-trick tonight.

Kane gets a breather after his first-half double. Right-back Sacha Boey is on for the prolific English striker, who's now scored at least twice in 26 of his 105 appearances for Bayern.

64'

Substitution

Sacha Boey

Harry Kane

59'

Substitution

Langa

Luiz

59'

Substitution

Dimata

Jajá

59'

Substitution

Bassouamina

Anderson

56'

Back in the hunt

Kimmich finds Kane in the penalty area from a free-kick. His eventual shot is blocked, with Jackson's follow-up fired straight at the goalkeeper.

52'

Doing their team proud

There's a lot to admire about this second-half performance from Pafos. They're really having a go at the Bayern defence, roared on by the Cypriot crowd. The visitors look a little sluggish...

49'

Olise!

Bayern go straight up the other end with Olise, who draws a strong save from Michail. The Frenchman's performance so far certainly merits a goal!

48'

Not giving up

Pafos have started the second half on the front front as they win a couple of corners in quick succession. The second almost lands in the back of the net, with Goldar's header blocked in front of the far post area by a teammate.

46'

One change

Gnabry, who's been used in the No.10 role so far this season, replaces Díaz on the Bayern left.

46'

Substitution

Serge Gnabry

Luis Díaz

Kick-off!

Half-time: Pafos 1-4 Bayern

The Pafos fans have been given something to cheer, but this has been Bayern's half. Almost every attack resulted in a goal, with Kane scoring his second successive Champions League brace and Raphaël Guerreiro and Nicolas Jackson also on target. Very, very polished from Kompany's men.

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45'

Neuer beaten!

A blot to the Bayern copybook as Mislav Oršić sends a swerving long-range effort into the top corner. Neuer didn't move.

45'

Mislav Oršić

GOAL!

1:4

43'

Almost five

Michail is out quickly to narrow the angle and deny Díaz a piece of the goal-scoring pie following great build-up play by Kane.

Kane on a tear

It's now 102 goals in 105 competitive Bayern games for Kane, including 17 in nine so far this season. It's only the end of September!

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34'

Kane at the double

Bayern are running riot as Kane waltzes past some desperate challenges and fires under Michail from the edge of the six-yard area. Are we witnessing another record Champions League night involving the six-time winners?

34'

Harry Kane

GOAL!

0:4

33'

Routine for Neuer

Bayern's captain gets right behind a fierce hit from Jaja after the visitors were caught out high up the pitch.

31'

First Bayern goal

There it is! Olise's the catalyst once more, this time throwing in a few step-overs on his way into the penalty box. He touches it off for Jackson, who has time to take a touch before finishing low past the goalkeeper.

31'

Nicolas Jackson

GOAL!

0:3

30'

Worth a go!

Another prolonged spell of Bayern possession concludes with Jackson testing Michail from 18 yards. He'll fancy his chances of a first Bayern goal tonight...

Total control

No one can accuse Bayern of complacency so far. They've been switched on from the get-go in Limassol and are showing no signs of letting up.

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20'

And another!

Not Kane this time, but a superb team effort for 2-0. Olise starts the move on the right before feeding Guerreiro with a low pass across the Pafos area. He touches it off to Jackson, collects the one-touch return and fires past Michail with aplomb. Brilliant stuff.

20'

Raphaël Guerreiro

GOAL!

0:2

18'

Free-scoring Bayern

Nine games, 31 goals, including 16 for Kane. Kompany's defending Bundesliga champions are flying in the early part of 2025/26.

15'

Who else?

Bayern's pressure tells as Kane sweeps in his 16th competitive goal of the season. Olise's the architect with a disguised pass into the penalty area for the Englishman, who bends a first-time finish across goal and into the far corner.

15'

Harry Kane

GOAL!

0:1

13'

Trademark run

Olise looks to bend one towards the far post after drifting in off the right-hand side, but his shot is blocked. It's all Bayern...

11'

One-way traffic

The Pafos fans are singing their hearts out, but they must be very worried. Bayern have the blue shirts boxed in right now.

8'

Post!

Bayern's first corner is headed behind for another Olise delivery that so nearly produces the opening goal. Kane meets it with an acrobatic attempt, firing the ball against the upright. A defender then hoofs it clear in front of the goal line.

7'

Chance!

Bayern return fire through Luis Díaz , who jinks into the penalty area before forcing a sprawling save from Michail in the Pafos goal.

4'

Warning shot!

The intense Pafos press forces a mistake in the Bayern defence. A loose ball falls to Pêpê on the edge of the area, but his rising drive sails over.

2'

Bayern on the front foot

Díaz wins an early free-kick, which is sent over from the left by Olise, but Pêpê gets it clear.

1'

Under way!

Bayern get the ball rolling in Limassol. Will they continue their perfect start to 2025/26?

Kick-off!

The Cham-pions!

Game faces on as the Champions League anthem blares out. Pafos are in blue and white, Bayern their third strip of black with red and green accents.

Almost time

The Pafos fans are making a real noise whilst the two teams stand side-by-side in the tunnel.

Pafos on the road

Pafos are playing their European fixtures at Aris Limassol's Limassol Stadium, which is about 90 minutes down the coast from their usual Stelios Kyriakides home. It's the only Cypriot stadium currently permitted to host Champions League games.

Record tally

Bayern became the first team to score nine goals in a single Champions League fixture in last season's league phase, when they thumped Croatia's Dinamo Zagreb 9-2. There are some out there who expect another big scoreline tonight...

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In legendary company

Neuer makes his 152nd Champions League appearance tonight, putting him level fifth with Karim Benzema in the all-time rankings. Only Thomas Müller, Lionel Messi (both 163), Iker Casillas (177) and Cristiano Ronaldo (183) have made more.

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Elsewhere

Bayern were one of 14 teams to win on Matchday 1. League rivals and upcoming Bundesliga opponents Frankfurt are among that list. After thrashing Galatarasay 5-1 to go top of the standings, they visit Atlético Madrid tonight.

Jackson starts

Kompany also shuffles his pack following Friday's 4-0 rout of Bremen. Cheslea loanee Nicolas Jackson replaces Serge Gnabry in attack, while Joshua Kimmich and Aleksandar Pavlović are recalled in central midfield. Defender Minjae Kim and left-back Raphäel Guerreiro also come into the side.

Luiz back for Pafos

Pafos make five changes to the team that started the league win over Olympiakos Nicosia, with David Luiz passed fit and among the players cycled in.

Starting line-up: Bayern Munich

1

Manuel Neuer

2

Dayot Upamecano

3

Minjae Kim

6

Joshua Kimmich

9

Harry Kane

11

Nicolas Jackson

14

Luis Díaz

17

Michael Olise

22

Raphaël Guerreiro

27

Konrad Laimer

45

Aleksandar Pavlović

Bayern subs

Ulreich, Klanac, Tag, Gnabry, Goretzka, Bischof, Boey, Mike, Karl

Pafos starting line-up

Michail – Luckassen, Goldar (c), Luiz - Jajá, Pêpê, Šunjić, Pileas – Oršić, Anderson, Dragomir

Pafos subs

Gorter, Petrou, Quina, Bassouamina, Dimata, Sema, Langa, Correia

Mighty record

Lest we forget, Bayern are competing in the Champions League for a 29th season this term. Only Real Madrid and Barcelona have managed one more than that.

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German opposition

Tonight's hosts have only ever met German opponents once before in European competition, and it came last season when Pafos lost 1-0 at home to Heidenheim in the Conference League on Matchday 2.

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Konrad Laimer on facing Pafos

"We've prepared fully for the opponent, looked at every phase of how they play. They're a good team with good principles. When they've got time and space, they can hurt you at any time. We need to perform at all times. It's the Champions League."

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Vincent Kompany on facing Pafos

"Emotions can play a role. That'll also be an important factor tomorrow. They'll keep the game lively, but that's also fun, getting to know new teams. And when you've got all the info, you've also always got great respect for the opposition. But at the end of the day I want us to win."

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Max Eberl on facing Pafos

"The danger with Pafos is that everyone expects us to win," said Bayern's board member for sport. "We want to win, no question, but it's always more complicated away from home. Although they lost to Heidenheim [last season], they made it to the round of 16, so we need to show our qualities tomorrow - that energy, that willingness, that dominance we have. If we can do that, then we should also win the game."

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Carcedo on facing Bayern

"Playing this big game is a dream come true for us. Bayern is the most in-form team in Europe at the moment," admitted the Pafos head coach. "We know how difficult it will be. It will be a tough challenge. But we'll try to enjoy it and play our best football."

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Juan Carlos Carcedo on facing Harry Kane

"I know his playing style very well because, when I was assistant coach at Arsenal, we often faced Tottenham. I've long considered him a superlative player. One man isn't enough to stop him. We want to try to be a well-organized team and prevent him from scoring against us."

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Pafos probable XI

Michail – Correia, Luckassen, Luiz, Pileas – Šunjić, Goldar (c), Pêpê – Jajá, Dimata, Dragomir

Bayern probable XI

Neuer (c) – Boey, Upamecano, Tah, Guerreiro – Kimmich, Bischof – Olise, Jackson, Díaz – Kane

Success in Cyprus

This will be the seventh time that the Bavarians are involved in a competitive tie against a Cypriot team. Across the previous six ties between 1972 and 1990, the record Bundesliga champions have a perfect winning record with 31 goals and two conceded. Radmilo Mihajlović (pictured above) scored a hat-trick against APOEL in 1990 - their last meeting with a Cypriot club.

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3:17

Watch: Bayern in the Oktoberfest spirit

Goaltoberfest momentum

With five league games played, 22 goals scored so far, three goals conceded and coming into the PAFOS game off the back of a 4-0 win against Bremen, preparations couldn't be better for Vincent Kompany and his side.

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3:45

Watch: Harry Kane - more than a goalscorer

The Bayern No.9 is breaking records for fun and reached a century of Bayern goals after his brace against Bremen.

First meeting between the sides

This will be the first ever meeting between the Cypriot side and Bayern Munich in the Champions League, as the Bavarians look to make it two wins out of two after beating Chelsea 3-1 last time out.

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