Bayern Munich secured a place in the round of 16 of the German Cup with a convincing 6-1 victory over second-division side Magdeburg. The match took place at the Allianz Arena, where Moroccan international Ismael Saibari played a key role in the win. Saibari scored Bayern's second goal, receiving a pass from French winger Michael Olise. This goal came after Olise had opened the scoring in the 10th minute, only for Magdeburg to equalize through Mateusz Zukowski.
Saibari's goal restored Bayern's lead in the 21st minute, and he celebrated by lifting the ball over the goalkeeper to put the hosts ahead 2-1. This marked a significant moment for Saibari, who has been making a name for himself as a talented young player. His goal contributed to a dominant performance by Bayern, who maintained their advantage after the break. Olise scored his second goal from the penalty spot, adding to the hosts' tally.
The convincing victory was sealed with further goals from Alphonso Davies and Nathaniel Brown in the 70th and 73rd minutes, respectively. David Santos Daiber completed the scoring in stoppage time, ensuring a comprehensive win for Bayern. This result secured the team's progression to the next round of the German Cup, a competition in which they are seeking to make a strong impact.
The match took place shortly after English striker Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, becoming the first Bayern Munich player to claim the award since Karl-Heinz Rummenigge in 1981. Although Kane remained on the bench for the match, his teammates formed a guard of honor for him before kickoff. Supporters at the Allianz Arena also applauded the striker, recognizing his achievement.
Bayern had illuminated the stadium's facade in gold overnight from Monday to Tuesday to celebrate Kane's achievement. However, the German champions were without several key players, including Joshua Kimmich, Luis Díaz, and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. Head coach Vincent Kompany also missed the match due to illness, leaving assistant coach Aaron Danks in charge of the team.
Ismael Saibari's contribution to the win was significant, as he continues to establish himself as a valuable player for Bayern Munich. His goal, combined with the team's overall performance, demonstrated the strength and depth of the squad. As the competition progresses, Bayern will look to build on this momentum and make a strong challenge for the German Cup.
The win over Magdeburg marked a positive result for Bayern Munich, who are seeking to achieve success on multiple fronts this season. With Saibari playing a key role and Kane's recent Ballon d'Or win boosting team morale, the team will look to continue their strong form in the coming weeks. The German Cup victory sets the stage for an exciting period ahead for Bayern Munich and their fans.
Key points
- Ismael Saibari scored Bayern Munich's second goal in their 6-1 victory over Magdeburg.
- Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, becoming the first Bayern Munich player to claim the award since 1981.
- Bayern Munich secured a place in the round of 16 of the German Cup with the convincing win over Magdeburg.
