Bayern Munich Thrash RB Salzburg as Lewandowski Nets Hat-trick in Opening 23 Minutes
Hat-trick Heroics: Lewandowski Leads Bayern to Dominant Victory
Salzburg, Austria – Robert Lewandowski was in scintillating form as Bayern Munich secured a comprehensive 4-1 victory away to Red Bull Salzburg in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg on Wednesday. The Polish striker netted a hat-trick within the opening 23 minutes, leaving Salzburg with a mountain to climb in the second leg.
Lightning Start for Bayern
Bayern started the game with purpose, and their dominance was rewarded early on. Lewandowski opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a clinical finish from close range. Just six minutes later, he doubled his tally with a powerful header from a Joshua Kimmich cross. Salzburg were reeling, and Lewandowski completed his hat-trick in the 23rd minute, pouncing on a loose ball in the box to make it 3-0.
Salzburg Respond but Bayern Cruise
Salzburg managed to pull one back through Junior Adamu just before halftime, but Bayern regained control in the second half. Leroy Sané added a fourth goal for the visitors in the 86th minute, ensuring a comfortable cushion heading into the second leg in Munich.
Dominant Bayern Performance
Bayern's victory was a testament to their superior quality and clinical finishing. Lewandowski was in unstoppable form, while Kingsley Coman and Sané provided ample support. Salzburg struggled to cope with Bayern's pace and intensity, and the German champions deserved their comfortable advantage.
Second Leg Intrigue
The second leg at the Allianz Arena on March 8th promises to be an intriguing affair. Salzburg will need to produce a remarkable performance to overturn the three-goal deficit, while Bayern will look to maintain their momentum and secure a place in the quarter-finals.
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