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Bayern Munich took their lifeline in the league. Initial reactions and observations

Well that was uncomfortable. Bayern Munich did end up winning the game 2-0, but the scoreline hides the fact that, for almost 70 minutes, Hertha Berlin were giving the Bavarians a serious scare. The attack, normally rather toothless, managed to create chances today ? it was a matter of finishing that held the team up.
The Allianz Arena booing the team at halftime today ... you can be sure the bosses took note of that.
With Leon Goretzka suspended, will Thomas Tuchel give Gravenberch a chance next weekend" Doesn?t seem likely.
Noussair Mazraoui had a great performance in his first start at RB since his illness. You could see the change on Bayern?s right flank with him present. Joshua Kimmich gave Bayern the defense splitting passes when the team was stuck playing in a boring U-shape. He?s so good at doing that, it?s just a matter of putting the team in positions where they can capitalize from it.

Full time: Bayern Munich 2-0 Hertha Berlin.

75? ? GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! Coman makes it 2-0!

68? ? GOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! Gnabry makes it 1-0!

60? ? Sub: Tuchel finally brings on Thomas Muller. Ryan Gravenberch is also on. Musiala and Mane off.

45? ? Sub: Leroy Sane comes on at half time. Let?s see if he can do something. Goretzka goes off.

Halftime: Bayern Munich have failed to score. The ...