Final: FC Bayern Women 2–0 Bayer Leverkusen Women | MVP: Klara Bühl
Match Summary (TL;DR)
- Result: FC Bayern Women 2–0 Bayer Leverkusen Women
- MVP: Klara Bühl (1G, 1A impact: corner assist 76’, volley 77’)
- Turning Point: Leverkusen’s 66’ goal disallowed for handball; Bayern responded with a 76’–77’ double.
Football key metrics: granular xG/PPDA unavailable from official feeds at publication; event-based evidence and Opta-powered tickers confirm second-half Bayern control.
Match Overview
| Competition | Google Pixel Women’s Bundesliga 2025–26 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sep 06, 2025 · 11:45 AM ET (kick-off) |
| Venue | Allianz Arena, Munich |
| Officials | Referee: Franziska Wildfeuer |
| Weather | [TBD — no official historical report published at time of writing] |
| Scorers | Vanessa Gilles 76’, Klara Bühl 77’ (FCB) |
Note: Some aggregators listed “FC Bayern Campus”; official match host was Allianz Arena.
Highlight Timeline
- 2’ — Early Bayern double chance (Schüller blocked; side-netting).
- 45+1’ — HT 0–0 after a tight half.
- 66’ — Leverkusen “goal” overturned for handball (Grant) in the build-up.
- 76’ — 1–0 Bayern: Gilles heads in from Bühl’s corner.
- 77’ — 2–0 Bayern: Bühl volleys home from Damnjanović’s cross.
- 90’+6 — FT: FC Bayern Women 2–0 Leverkusen Women.
Top 5 Key Moments
- 66’ disallowed Leverkusen goal for handball halted visitor momentum and preserved parity.
- 76’ set-piece breakthrough: Bühl’s corner, Gilles’ header (1–0).
- 77’ immediate second: Damnjanović’s deep cross, Bühl’s volley (2–0).
- 68’ Damnjanović header off the bar foreshadowed the decisive spell.
- Record crowd (57,762) amplified Bayern’s second-half surge.
Lineups & Tactical Flow
FC Bayern Women (4-2-3-1): Mahmutovic; Kett, Gilles, Eriksson, Simon; Zadrazil, Stanway (81’ Oberdorf); Dallmann (69’ Harder), Tanikawa (69’ Şehitler), Damnjanović (84’ Caruso); Schüller (46’ Bühl).
Bayer Leverkusen Women (4-4-2): Repohl; Wamser, Wenger, Turányi, Mickenhagen; Grant (66’ Bartz), Zdebel, Piljić (59’ Vidal), Kögel (81’ Mädl); Kramer (66’ Merino González), Fudalla (66’ Haim).
Tactical notes: Bayern’s switch to Bühl wide-left after HT added directness and delivery; sustained high occupation of Leverkusen’s back line led to set-piece superiority and far-post overloads. Leverkusen’s compact 4-4-2 frustrated early but lacked counters once the press faded.
Statistical Validation
| Metric | FC Bayern Women | Bayer Leverkusen Women |
|---|---|---|
| xG | [Not published] | [Not published] |
| Shots (On Target) | [TBD] | [TBD] |
| Possession % | [TBD] | [TBD] |
Official match report and reputable tickers confirm the two-minute scoring burst and disallowed goal; granular team stats (xG, PPDA, possession split) were not available from Tier-1 feeds at publication. This section will remain event-validated only.
Momentum & Flow
First half: balanced and cagey; Leverkusen created the clearer transition looks. Second half: Bayern advanced their line of engagement and recycled pressure through the left flank. The 66’ overturn was a psychological hinge; Bayern’s corner routines and far-post patterns peaked between 73’–79’, producing both goals.
Clutch & Pressure Performance
- Bayern (76’–77’): Converted back-to-back high-leverage chances immediately after an opposition goal reversal.
- Leverkusen: Failed to reset after the VAR/handball decision; conceded on first set-piece following the stoppage, then again from open play one minute later.
Errors & Missed Chances
- Leverkusen’s handball in the scoring action (66’) nullified a potential 0–1 lead.
- Damnjanović hit the bar (68’); earlier Bayern headed wide from close range (60’).
Duel / Matchup Analysis
Set-pieces: Bayern’s aerial edge (Gilles/Eriksson) versus Turányi/Wenger decided the opener. Wings: Bühl vs Mickenhagen was the decisive 1v1 after HT; Damnjanović’s crossing isolated the weak-side full-back for 2–0.
External Conditions & Officiating Impact
Record crowd of 57,762 at Allianz Arena created a big-game context. Referee Franziska Wildfeuer correctly ruled out Leverkusen’s 66’ strike for handball; no yellow cards were issued. No weather-linked disruptions reported.
Player Ratings
| Player | Team | Key Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klara Bühl | FC Bayern | Corner assist 76’; volley finish 77’; momentum shift after HT | 8.8 |
| Vanessa Gilles | FC Bayern | GWG header 76’; multiple aerial wins; near-miss 60’ | 8.5 |
| Jovana Damnjanović | FC Bayern | Created 77’ assist; header off bar 68’ | 7.8 |
| Friederike Repohl | Leverkusen | String of saves under pressure; little chance on both goals | 7.3 |
| Ruby Grant | Leverkusen | Active in transition; handball in overturned 66’ goal | 6.8 |
Best vs Worst Performers
Top 3 Bayern: Bühl, Gilles, Damnjanović. Top Leverkusen: Repohl; Wamser. Struggles: Wide cover on Bayern’s left-sided overloads post-HT.
Post-Match Reactions
- FCB official: “Record attendance 57,762” and a “commanding performance” in the opener (club report).
- Media: Multiple outlets highlight the one-minute double and the national attendance record.
Social Buzz Snapshot
Trending: #FCBFrauen, #GooglePixelFrauenBundesliga, “57,762”, #Bühl, #Gilles.
Standings & Competition Impact
Bayern open 2025–26 with 3 points and a statement crowd; Leverkusen start with 0 points despite a resilient first half. Bayern travel to RB Leipzig on Sep 14 per club schedule.
Final Assessment
Bayern’s left-side injection (Bühl) plus set-piece edge unlocked a stubborn Leverkusen. The micro-swing from the 66’ overturn to 77’ 2–0 exemplified elite “game-state” management. Absent granular xG, event sequencing still indicates high-quality