Bayern Munich needed to deliver their best performance today to advance in the Champions League, and while they accomplished that mission, it was a struggle to do so.
The key players for Bayern stood out in this tight matchup. Nicolas-Gerrit Kühn had a standout night, scoring twice against his former club Celtic. His clinical finishing made him a nightmare for Bayern’s defense.
Josip Stanišić provided solid and reliable defending, quietly handling his business at the back. Leon Goretzka returned to form, bringing physicality and late attacking attempts that made him a constant threat from midfield. Michael Olise lit up the right side of the pitch with his dribbling, vision, and ability to unlock defenses.
Joshua Kimmich was everywhere, dictating the tempo and covering defensive gaps. His pass accuracy was impressive at 96%, making him a vital cog in Bayern’s attack.
Despite the hard-fought win, Celtic proved that they are not to be underestimated. Bayern will need to regroup for their next match, but for now, they can celebrate this crucial victory in the Champions League.
Source: https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/2025/2/19/24368175/match-awards-player-ratings-bayern-munich-1-1-draw-celtic-kimmich-musiala-upamecano-champions-league