"Bayern Munich was in a tough spot. The Bavarians are banged up, sick, and were working on a quick turnaround against an FC Köln side that was motivated and energetic in front of its home crowd. After a choppy start, the Bavarians rallied together and stormed back to a 3-1 victory on the road. It was not a picturesque effort, but it was a hard-fought win that - once again - showed the team's grit and resilience."
"Kim Min-jae, who was coming off of thigh issues, started over Dayot Upamecano, while Serge Gnabry got the nod over Lennart Karl at the No. 10 position. Leon Goretzka took over for injured starter Joshua Kimmich in the central midfield (Tom Bischof started vs Wolfsburg) and Hiroki Itō lined up at left-back in place of Josip Stanišić (injured) and Alphonso Davies (sick)."
Bayern Munich started with rotated personnel: Kim Min-jae returned from thigh issues over Dayot Upamecano, Serge Gnabry occupied the No. 10 role, Leon Goretzka replaced injured Joshua Kimmich, and Hiroki Itō started at left-back in place of Josip Stanišić and the sick Alphonso Davies. Manuel Neuer remained in goal despite suggestions Jonas Urbig should have started. A lengthy pyro delay produced overwhelming smoke and interrupted play. Bayern struggled to find cohesion early. Michael Olise lost possession frequently, finishing the half with 17 lost possessions. Ragnar Ache missed a big chance in the 38th minute. Bayern rallied to a 3-1 road victory through grit and resilience.
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