Bayern Munich Beats Benfica 1-0 in Champions League

Bayern Munich secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Benfica in the Champions League, with Jamal Musiala scoring the only goal in the 67th minute after a strong performance from the hosts. The win ended Bayern's two-match losing streak in the competition and improved their position to 17th place in the new league phase format, where they now share six points with Benfica, who sit in 19th. Bayern dominated the match, outshooting Benfica 23 to 1, yet struggled to convert their chances until Musiala's header from a Harry Kane assist. Despite the win, Musiala acknowledged the team's initial difficulties in breaking down Benfica's defense. The result is a vital step forward for Bayern, who will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming Bundesliga match against St. Pauli. The Champions League format continues to evolve, with teams playing eight matches each instead of the traditional group stage.