Bayern Munich defeats Lyon in Club Friendlies 2025, with Michael Olise bagging a double for a 2-1 victory
Bayern Munich Edges Out Lyon in Pre-Season Friendly
Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 victory over Lyon in a pre-season friendly match held at the Allianz Arena on August 2, 2025. The goals for Bayern were scored by Michael Olise, with the first coming from a penalty won by new signing Luis Díaz and the second from an assist by Serge Gnabry.
Luis Díaz made his debut for Bayern Munich in this match and was actively involved, winning the penalty for the first goal and creating multiple scoring chances. However, he was unable to find the back of the net himself. Lyon's sole goal came from a fast break later in the game.
The match started at 7:00 PM IST and was live-streamed on Bayern Munich's official website and the FC Bayern App with an FC Bayern TV Plus subscription. The pace of the match was electric, with Bayern Munich pushing forward and Lyon getting physical. Konrad Laimer received a yellow card for a rough challenge.
The first half ended goalless, with no added time, and free-kicks were stacking up for Bayern Munich. At the 53rd minute, Michael Olise scored the first goal for Bayern Munich (1-0). A free-kick was awarded to Bayern Munich in a promising position before the half-time.
In France, fans could follow the match on OLTV. Tom Bischof drew a foul in Lyon's half at the 44th minute. As the second half kicked off, Bayern Munich continued with their burst of energy, but Lyon started to see more of the ball, edging possession with 56%.
The second half ended with no further goals, making the final score 2-1 in favour of Bayern Munich. The match served as Bayern’s first game of the preseason, as they prepare for the upcoming season with further friendly matches planned. For streaming and highlights, standard sports broadcasters and Bayern Munich’s official channels would have coverage and replays available shortly after the match date.
[1] Bayern Munich official website [2] ESPN [3] Bundesliga platforms [4] OLTV (Lyon)
- The victory by Bayern Munich over Lyon in the pre-season friendly underscores the potential health benefits of regular sports activities, given the physically demanding nature of the match.
- As European football leagues gear up for the new season, the Premier League, with its high-scoring encounters like this Bayern Munich versus Lyon game, promises an exciting spectacle for football enthusiasts.
- The commencement of pre-season friendlies like the one between Bayern Munich and Lyon is a significant step towards fine-tuning fitness levels for sports players, as they pave the way for the main season ahead.
