Bayern vs Grasshoppers 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
The friendly match between Bayern Munich and Grasshopper Club Zurich on August 20, 2024, was a thrilling display of football prowess.
Match Overview
- Date: August 20, 2024
- Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich
- Final Score: Bayern Munich 4, Grasshopper Club Zurich 0
First Half Highlights
Bayern Munich set the tone early in the first half with a high-tempo and aggressive style of play. The team’s strategy was clear: dominate possession and press high up the pitch to force errors from Grasshoppers.
- 12th Minute: The breakthrough came when Harry Kane found the back of the net with a clinical finish. A well-timed through ball from Joshua Kimmich split the Grasshoppers’ defense, allowing Kane to slot the ball past the goalkeeper.
- 28th Minute: Bayern doubled their lead with a stunning strike from Kingsley Coman. After a swift counter-attack, Coman received the ball on the left wing, cut inside, and unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner.
Throughout the first half, Bayern’s midfield, led by Kimmich and Leon Goretzka, controlled the game, limiting Grasshoppers’ opportunities to advance. The defense, anchored by Dayot Upamecano and Matthijs de Ligt, remained solid, ensuring a clean sheet going into halftime.
Second Half Highlights
The second half saw Bayern Munich continue their dominance, with tactical adjustments that kept the pressure on Grasshoppers. The introduction of fresh legs added to Bayern’s attacking threat.
- 54th Minute: João Palhinha, who had been a commanding presence in midfield, added his name to the scoresheet. Following a corner, the ball fell to Palhinha at the edge of the box, and he fired a low shot through a crowd of players into the net.
- 78th Minute: Serge Gnabry, coming off the bench, sealed the victory with a well-placed goal. A quick one-two with Thomas Müller opened up space for Gnabry, who calmly finished past the goalkeeper.
Grasshoppers struggled to cope with Bayern’s relentless pressure and high pressing. Despite their efforts to mount a counter-attack, they were unable to break through Bayern’s organized defense. The match ended with a convincing 4-0 victory for Bayern Munich.
Team Statistics
Bayern Munich
- Goals: 4
- Possession: 68%
- Total Shots: 22
- Shots on Target: 12
- Corners: 9
- Fouls: 8
- Yellow Cards: 1
- Red Cards: 0
- Pass Accuracy: 89%
Grasshopper Club Zurich
- Goals: 0
- Possession: 32%
- Total Shots: 6
- Shots on Target: 2
- Corners: 3
- Fouls: 12
- Yellow Cards: 3
- Red Cards: 0
- Pass Accuracy: 75%
Key Player Performances
Bayern Munich
- Harry Kane: 1 goal, 4 shots on target
- Kingsley Coman: 1 goal, 3 shots on target
- João Palhinha: 1 goal, 2 shots on target
- Serge Gnabry: 1 goal, 2 shots on target
- Joshua Kimmich: 2 assists, 90% pass accuracy
Grasshopper Club Zurich
- Nikolas Muci: 2 shots on target
- Amir Abrashi: 1 yellow card, 80% pass accuracy
- Kristers Tobers: 1 yellow card, 75% pass accuracy
Player Performances
Several players stood out during the match, contributing to Bayern’s dominant performance:
- Harry Kane: The star striker opened the scoring and was a constant threat to the Grasshoppers’ defense.
- Kingsley Coman: His pace and skill were on full display, culminating in a well-deserved goal.
- João Palhinha: Controlled the midfield and added a goal to his impressive performance.
- Serge Gnabry: Came off the bench to score, showcasing Bayern’s depth in attack.
Tactical Analysis
Bayern Munich employed a 4-2-3-1 formation, which allowed them to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities. The team’s high pressing and quick transitions overwhelmed Grasshoppers, who struggled to maintain control of the ball.
Grasshopper Club Zurich, on the other hand, lined up in a 4-3-3 formation but found it difficult to break through Bayern’s organized defense. Despite their efforts, they were unable to register a single goal.
