What the draw vs. Benfica cost Bayern Munich at the Club World Cup
Briefly

Bayern Munich's recent defeat to Benfica has significant implications for their tournament progression. The 1-0 loss not only costs the team a potential €2 million prize for winning but also puts them at risk of a more challenging knockout stage against formidable opponents such as PSG and Real Madrid. Additionally, the match's timing could have favored the team with a late evening quarterfinal rather than a grueling midday match. Critics note the unusual tactics used by head coach Vincent Kompany, especially the rotation strategy in a critical game where a win was essential.
Bayern's loss to Benfica in Charlotte, NC, imposes costly implications like financial losses and tougher competition paths that could challenge their progress in the tournament.
Read at Bavarian Football Works
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