Three Observations from Bayern Munich’s 4-3 comeback win at Mainz

TL;DR

Bayern Munich staged a thrilling 4-3 comeback win against Mainz after trailing 3-0 at halftime, with key contributions from Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Jamal Musiala. The match highlighted the potential of young players and the challenges faced by some veterans.

Key points

Bayern Munich came back from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3 against Mainz.
Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Jamal Musiala scored in the second half.
Young players showed promise despite injuries to several teammates.
Veteran players struggled to perform at the expected level.
Vincent Kompany's coaching positively impacted the team's mentality.

Vincent KompanyFC Bayern Munich1. FSV Mainz 05Harry Kane

MAINZ, GERMANY - APRIL 25: Jamal Musiala of FC Bayern Munich celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Bundesliga match between 1. FSV Mainz 05 and FC Bayern München at MEWA Arena on April 25, 2026 in Mainz, Germany. (Photo by Sona Maleterova/Getty Images) | Getty Images All hope was lost. After conceding three goals in the first half and producing exactly zero shots on goal, Bayern looked dead in the water at the halftime whistle. Instead, Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Jamal Musiala entered the fray to score second half goals and lead Bayern to a frenzied 4-3 win to preserve the undefeated streak of road matches. All hope is restored.

The future starters

This is the perfect type of game late in the season that proves invaluable toward the development of young players who will grow into their roles at the club. It’s a bummer that Tom Bischof, Lennart Karl, Wisdom Mike, , and David Daiber were all unavailable due to injury. **** On all three Mainz goals, Urbig made a solid save along with an inexperienced mistake. On the positive side, Urbig blocked the original attempts on all three goals that Bayern conceded. On the negative side, Urbig failed to clear the ball out of a dangerous area. Urbig will learn from these mistakes on his path to becoming the starting goalkeeper. On the first goal, Urbig punched away the corner kick only for and Jackson to avoid the rebound and allow an immediate cross to an unmarked player. On the second goal, Urbig deflected the shot right back in front of the net where Paul Nebel outhustled Bayern’s entire backline. On the third goal, Urbig’s diving save sent the shot off the crossbar but beat and Hiroki Itō to the easy tap-in. **Baro Sapoko Ndiaye** showcased a lot of potential, although he is probably better suited in an attacking role rather than playing as a defensive midfielder. He has a quick first touch, constantly scans the space around him, and rarely places a poor pass. He proved that he is comfortable with the pace of first division European football. He should see a lot of playing time over the next month with a very good chance of staying on the senior squad as a rotational player next season.

Q&A

What were the key moments in Bayern Munich's comeback against Mainz?

Bayern Munich's comeback featured goals from Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Jamal Musiala after initially trailing 3-0 at halftime.

How did Bayern Munich's young players perform in the match against Mainz?

Young players like Jamal Musiala and Baro Sapoko Ndiaye showcased their potential, contributing significantly to the team's second-half performance.

What issues did Bayern Munich's veterans face during the match?

Veterans Nicolas Jackson, Leon Goretzka, and Raphaël Guerreiro struggled with their performances, failing to meet the team's expectations and contributing to the initial deficit.

How did Vincent Kompany influence Bayern Munich's performance in the match?

Vincent Kompany simplified tactics and revitalized the team spirit, leading to a remarkable second-half turnaround despite being down 3-0.