The German giants, showcasing their new home kit, delivered a performance that blended clinical finishing with relentless attacking intent, leaving fans buzzing and opponents shell-shocked.
The onslaught began early when Kingsley Coman fired home in the 6th minute, marking the first goal of the revamped tournament format. "We wanted to set the tone from the start," Coman said post-match on X. His strike opened the floodgates, and Sacha Boey doubled the lead in the 18th minute, capitalizing on a pinpoint assist from Coman.
Michael Olise joined the party in the 20th minute, slotting in Bayern's third, before Coman struck again two minutes later to make it 4-0.
The Bavarians were insatiable, and club icon Thomas Muller, in his final season, added a fifth in the 45th minute after a clever Olise assist. Olise then bagged his second just before the break, sending Auckland City into halftime trailing 6-0.
The second half offered no respite for the New Zealand side. Substitutions brought fresh legs, and a revitalized Jamal Musiala stole the show.
The young star, recently recovered from injury, scored in the 67th minute and completed a stunning 29-minute hat-trick with goals in the 73rd and 84th minutes. "Jamal's energy lifted us even higher," Bayern's coach Vincent Kompany said on X, praising the youngster's impact.
Muller, ever the predator, sealed the historic 10-0 scoreline in the 89th minute. "It's special to contribute in such a big moment," Muller told reporters, reflecting on his brace.
Surprisingly, Bayern's talisman Harry Kane failed to find the net and was substituted in the 61st minute, a rare off-day for the prolific striker.
Auckland City, despite the humbling defeat, remained gracious. Their official X account posted: "A tough night, but an honor to face the world's best. We'll keep fighting." The semi-pro outfit, overmatched but spirited, now look to their remaining matches for redemption.
Bayern's dominant display has cemented their status as tournament favorites. With Coman, Olise, Musiala, and Muller in scintillating form, the Bavarians have sent a clear message: they are here to claim the Club World Cup crown.
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