"Bayern stormed into 2026 with record‑breaking momentum, setting a new benchmark for points at the halfway stage of a Bundesliga season. However, their aura of invincibility dimmed across January, turning a comfortable title cushion into a position that now demands greater vigilance. A surprise 2-1 loss to Augsburg followed by a frustrating 2-2 draw with Hamburger SV cost Bayern five valuable points last month."
"Kompany's side restored some confidence last weekend with an assured 3-0 win away to Werder Bremen-their fourth victory in five matches across all competitions. However, that success was only their second win in their last four Bundesliga outings, underlining a slight wobble in league consistency. The clean sheet in Bremen was also Kompany's first shutout in the league since December 21, when Bayern demolished Heidenheim 4-0. In the 31 league goals they scored between those matches, the attack clearly did its part; it is the defensive end where uncertainty has crept in."
"Supporters heading to the Allianz Arena can remain optimistic, though. Bayern have failed to win just twice at home all season-one draw and one loss-and their free‑flowing forward line continues to produce at will. Still, the crowd may be tense knowing Dortmund's shadow grows longer each week."
Bayern Munich entered 2026 with record‑breaking form but dropped points in January, reducing their lead to six over Borussia Dortmund. A 2-1 loss to Augsburg and a 2-2 draw with Hamburger SV cost crucial ground, though a 3-0 win at Werder Bremen restored some confidence. Defensive inconsistency has emerged despite a potent attack that scored 31 league goals between notable matches. Home form remains strong with only two non-wins all season. Eintracht Frankfurt travel chasing consecutive league victories for the first time since November as the season approaches its decisive phase.
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