Bay Kane Strikes Again, Equals Lewandowski's Record
Fresh off his heroics in the Allianz Arena, Harry Kane couldn't help but revel in Bayern Munich's dominance against Stuttgart. His stunning brace enabled the Bundesliga giants to triumph 3-0, ensuring their claim to the top spot, even without the presence of Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka. And with the performance, Kane not only relegated Bayer Leverkusen but also equaled Robert Lewandowski's record-breaking tally.
From Cold Start to Red-Hot Form
After some damage to their title challenge following a 5-1 defeat to Frankfurt, Munich looked determined to reclaim their lost ground in the Bundesliga. Kane ― Bayern's main man ― wasted no time in establishing their authority, firing home just two minutes into the game. With his second goal coming in the 55th minute, Kane ushered in the victory, making it the sixth time he had managed a double-score in a single Bundesliga match.
Celebrating Bayern's Record-Breaking Streak
By firing his 19th and 20th goals of the season, Kane unknowingly contributed to Bayern's extended streak of never failing to score in a single Bundesliga home game. The exact number stood at 64, which the German champion equaled after their victory against Stuttgart. A gleeful Kane couldn't help but relish the moment, "It's a nice feeling to help the team with goals," he said in gratitude upon securing the spectacular win.
Standing side-by-side with Lewandowski
Kane's record-matching feat wasn't merely a testimony to his remarkable form but also a seal on his place in the pantheon of German football greats. He further validated his place by joining Robert Lewandowski in the elite group of players who have managed to score 20 goals by the winter break. Interestingly, Lewandowski was the first to achieve this, doing so in a superlative 20/21 season. However, the Polish striker hasn't been a regular in the Bundesliga this season, instead playing in La Liga.
Brushing Up
Bayern Munich's outstanding 3-0 win over Stuttgart served as a huge morale booster, putting an end to their recent struggles and reestablishing their dominion in the Bundesliga. With Harry Kane's remarkable performance, the side managed to equal their home-game scoring streak and join Lewandowski in an elite group of players who have scored 20 goals by the winter break. By doing so, they secured their precious top spot, leaving their title challengers hopelessly trailing behind.
While there is no specific count of players who have achieved the feat of scoring 20 goals by the winter break, Kane and Lewandowski, along with a third unnamed player from the past, are among them. However, the exact number would require updated stats from the latest Bundesliga season and an analysis of past records.
