Wed Nov 06 21:44:40 UTC 2024: ## Bayern Munich Held to Frustrating Draw by Benfica in Champions League Clash

Bayern Munich were held to a disappointing 0-0 draw by Benfica in their Champions League group stage match on Tuesday, extending their winless streak to three games.

The German giants, who had previously enjoyed a remarkable 41-game unbeaten run in the group stages, have now lost their last two matches. This is their worst start to a group phase since the 2002-03 season, where they suffered four defeats.

Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Bayern were unable to find a way past a resolute Benfica defense. Harry Kane, who has been a prolific goalscorer in the Champions League since last season, was kept quiet on the night, while Jamal Musiala and Serge Gnabry also came close to scoring but were denied by the impressive Benfica goalkeeper.

Benfica, on the other hand, showed resilience and organization throughout the match, holding their own against the mighty Bayern. They had a few promising moments going forward, with Kerem Aktürkoglu continuing his strong start to the Champions League campaign by becoming the first player to score in each of his first three appearances for the Portuguese club.

The result will be a source of frustration for Bayern, who are looking to reclaim their Champions League title after their recent struggles. They will need to find a way to improve their performance and break down teams with more resolve, or they could face a difficult path to the knockout stages.

Meanwhile, Benfica will take confidence from their defensive display and will be hoping to build on this point as they aim to reach the latter stages of the competition for the first time in several years.

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