Bayern Munich Continue Historic Season with Commanding 5-1 Victory Over RB Leipzig

18 January 2026 Football

Bayern’s Dominant Performance Extends Unbeaten Run

Bayern Munich used a rousing second half effort to race away from RB Leipzig for a convincing 5-1 victory, cementing their position at the top of German football. The 2025–26 season is the 127th season in the history of Bayern Munich, and the club’s 61st consecutive season in the top flight of German football, with participation in the DFB-Pokal, Franz Beckenbauer Supercup and the UEFA Champions League.

Record-Breaking Start to the Season

Bayern Munich’s current campaign has been nothing short of exceptional. On 29 October 2025, the team broke AC Milan’s record of winning the first 13 matches of the season for the best start in Europe’s top five leagues, after surpassing their own 2012–13 record of 12 matches, further extending the record to 16 consecutive victories by 4 November. This remarkable achievement highlights the team’s dominance under manager Vincent Kompany.

Key Players and Squad Developments

Jamal Musiala could make his long-awaited comeback from serious injury when Bayern Munich travel to RB Leipzig, though his return comes after the Leipzig match has already been played. The squad has undergone significant changes this season. The season is the first since 2007–08 without club legend and World Cup winner Thomas Müller, who has won 34 major trophies throughout his career, making him the most decorated German footballer of all time.

Summer Transfer Plans Taking Shape

Bayern’s squad plans for summer 2026 are already in place, with Max Eberl wanting to fulfill Uli Hoeneß’ wish by implementing an early transfer window. The club is actively monitoring several targets, including potential defensive reinforcements. Whether Bayern will go for a new centre-back in the summer mainly depends on Kim Min-jae’s future, with the club still keeping an eye on Nico Schlotterbeck and whether he will extend his contract at Dortmund or not.

Looking Ahead

Bayern Munich’s commanding form and strategic planning position them favourably for continued success. With their unbeaten Bundesliga run intact and record-breaking performances already achieved this season, the Bavarians are demonstrating why they remain German football’s most successful club. The combination of tactical excellence under Kompany, returning stars like Musiala, and proactive transfer planning suggests Bayern’s dominance will continue well into the future.