After a challenging soccer season, Bayern Munich proved their dominance in the Club World Cup opener against Auckland City FC, achieving a jaw-dropping 10-0 victory. This new record overtook Al-Hilal’s previous Club World Cup win of 6-1 against Al Jazira back in 2021.

The expanded tournament features 32 teams, suggesting that this remarkable milestone could soon be eclipsed. However, for Bayern, their opening match set the tone for the tournament, as they swiftly claimed a 6-0 lead at halftime, with both Kingsley Coman and Michael Olise scoring two goals each.

Interestingly, even without Harry Kane’s contributions, the team pressed forward effortlessly against their opposition. The match also allowed Vincent Kompany to test new recruit Jonathan Tah, who joined from Bayer Leverkusen, paving the way for further success in upcoming seasons. Meanwhile, Jamal Musiala made a stunning return from injury, scoring a hat trick in the second half, showcasing his skills with both a long-range strike and a penalty.

Regardless of the final score, Bayern’s relentless quest for goals signaled their intent as serious contenders in the tournament; they established a strong position entering the next matches against Benfica and Boca Juniors.