Bayern Munich had to wait. For 45 minutes, Vincent Kompany’s side could not find a way through Bodo/Glimt’s disciplined defence. But when the breakthrough finally arrived, the floodgates opened.
Bayern Munich eventually secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League 2026/27. The first half ended goalless, despite the German side controlling much of the game and continuing to search for openings.
The second half was a completely different story.
Jamal Musiala finally broke the deadlock before Harry Kane, Alphonso Davies and Michael Olise added four more goals. Olise scored twice late in the match and was named Man of the Match.
For the French winger, the result was a perfect example of why Bayern Munich must remain patient when facing a deep defensive block.
Bodo/Glimt Frustrate Bayern Munich
Bodo/Glimt arrived with a clear plan.
Rather than attempting to match Bayern in an open contest, the Norwegian side defended with a low block and kept the spaces around their penalty area extremely tight.
That approach made it difficult for Bayern Munich to create clear opportunities.
The hosts continued to dominate possession, but controlling the ball did not immediately translate into goals.
Joshua Kimmich came close when his effort struck the post, but Bayern still went into half-time without finding the breakthrough.
Olise admitted that the opening 45 minutes were challenging.
“I think it was a good performance. The first half was a little difficult because they played with a low block and the space was very tight,” Olise told UEFA.
The important point, however, was that Bayern did not panic.
Instead of abandoning their approach, they continued to move the ball and apply pressure.
Patience Finally Brings the Breakthrough
The turning point came shortly after half-time.
Bodo/Glimt were forced to make a goalkeeper change when Nikita Haikin left the pitch. His replacement, Julian Faye Lund, entered the game and soon faced Bayern’s increasing pressure.
Musiala eventually found the opening goal.
That moment changed the match.
Bayern were suddenly able to attack with greater freedom, while Bodo/Glimt faced the difficult task of protecting themselves against an opponent that had already been controlling the game.
Harry Kane then doubled Bayern’s advantage with a header.
The second goal made the task even more difficult for Bodo/Glimt, and Bayern continued to take advantage of the spaces that appeared.
Alphonso Davies added a third before Olise took centre stage.
The winger scored twice during the closing stages to complete a 5-0 victory.
Bayern Munich’s second-half goals came from:
- Jamal Musiala — opened the scoring.
- Harry Kane — doubled Bayern’s advantage.
- Alphonso Davies — added the third.
- Michael Olise — scored Bayern’s fourth.
- Michael Olise — completed the five-goal victory.
Bodo/Glimt’s task became even harder after Odin Bjørtuft was shown a red card, leaving the visitors with 10 players.
Olise Explains Bayern’s Calm Approach
The most revealing part of the victory was not simply the five goals.
It was the patience Bayern showed before those goals arrived.
According to Olise, the message from the coaching staff at half-time was to continue doing what they had already been doing.
“We played the same way. Whatever happens, happens. At half-time, the coach asked us to continue playing as before because the game would open up and we had to take our chances,” Olise explained.
That instruction proved crucial.
Bayern did not need to make dramatic changes to their approach. Instead, they trusted their ability to eventually create openings.
Against a low defensive block, that mentality can be just as important as individual quality.
One rushed decision or forced pass can give the defending team an opportunity to regain possession and relieve pressure.
Bayern avoided that trap.
They continued circulating the ball, maintained pressure and waited for the structure of Bodo/Glimt to begin breaking down.
Bayern’s Chemistry Makes a Difference
Olise also highlighted another factor behind Bayern Munich’s ability to maintain their attacking rhythm.
The players understand each other’s movements.
“We all know each other’s movements and know how to play together. When everything works well, we’re happy,” Olise said.
That understanding can make a significant difference when a team faces a compact defence.
Players need to recognise when a teammate is going to make a run, when to create space and when to move the ball quickly.
Bayern eventually found those combinations against Bodo/Glimt.
As the visitors’ defensive structure weakened, Bayern’s movement became increasingly difficult to contain.
Harry Kane Adds Another Threat
Kane’s contribution was another important element of Bayern’s victory.
The England striker doubled the advantage with a header after Musiala had opened the scoring.
His presence gives Bayern another way to attack opponents who defend deep.
When space is limited on the ground, Kane’s aerial ability can become especially valuable.
His goal also demonstrated how Bayern can use different attacking methods rather than depending solely on intricate passing combinations.
With players such as Musiala and Olise capable of creating opportunities and Kane providing a strong focal point, Bayern have several ways to break down opponents.
A Valuable Lesson for Bayern Munich
The 5-0 victory provides Bayern with more than just a strong start to their Champions League campaign.
It also demonstrates the importance of patience.
Bodo/Glimt successfully frustrated Bayern during the first half. Yet Bayern remained composed and continued executing their approach.
Once the first goal arrived, the match changed rapidly.
Five second-half goals showed just how much pressure Bayern had been building throughout the contest.
For future opponents, the result should serve as a warning.
Defending against Bayern Munich is not simply about surviving the opening stages. Teams must also maintain their concentration and organisation as the match progresses.
If Bayern continue to remain patient, the longer they spend attacking, the greater the possibility that a defensive gap will eventually appear.
Bayern Munich Start Their European Journey in Style
Bayern Munich could hardly have asked for a more convincing Champions League performance.
A goalless first half was followed by five goals after the break, turning a difficult contest into a comfortable victory.
For Olise, the result demonstrated the value of trusting the team’s plan.
For Kompany, it provided another example of Bayern’s ability to increase their intensity as matches develop.
And for their European opponents, the message is clear: Bayern Munich may not always score immediately, but that does not mean the pressure is going away.
Sometimes, patience is the most dangerous weapon of all.
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