Wed Sep 18 03:58:28 UTC 2024: ## Bayern Munich Shatter Champions League Record with 9-2 Victory over Dinamo Zagreb

**Munich, Germany** – Bayern Munich etched their name into the UEFA Champions League history books on Tuesday, becoming the first team to score nine goals in a single match. The German giants decimated Dinamo Zagreb 9-2, shattering the previous record set by Real Madrid in 1990.

The night belonged to Harry Kane, who scored a remarkable four goals, including three penalties, making him the first player in European Cup/Champions League history to achieve this feat. Kane also surpassed Wayne Rooney to become the highest-scoring English player in the competition’s history.

Other goals for Bayern came from Raphaël Guerreiro, Michael Olise (2), and substitutes Leroy Sané and Leon Goretzka. Substitute Thomas Müller also made history, becoming the player with the most Champions League appearances for a single team with his 152nd outing.

The match, held at the Allianz Arena, saw Bayern dominate from start to finish, showcasing their attacking prowess and leaving Dinamo Zagreb reeling. This victory marks a strong start to Bayern’s Champions League campaign, setting a statement for the rest of Europe.

**Opta’s Match Centre** provides a comprehensive breakdown of the match statistics, including team and player performance, expected goals, passing networks, and more, allowing fans to delve deeper into the record-breaking encounter.

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