Bayern Munich Vs Borussia Dortmund [2–1] – Bundesliga 2025/2026: Harry Kane Attacking Midfield Role Defines Der Klassiker – Tactical Analysis

Bayern Munich defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in matchday 7 of the 2025/2026 edition of the Bundesliga.

Both sides were unbeaten going into the game.

Although it was a slender victory, the chances created by Vincent Kompany’s side narrate a different story.

The Bavarians had a near-perfect first-half display.

Harry Kane, who played right behind the striker in attacking midfield, influenced his team’s game to a large extent.

The Englishman had a 90% accuracy in long passes, made five recoveries, won 10 duels, and also scored a crucial goal in the process.

This was Kane’s 12^th league goal and the 22^nd goal in all competitions for club and country this season in just 15 games.

He scores consistently, and his contribution in and out of possession has been significant this season.

Through this tactical analysis, we look at how Harry Kane’s role as an attacking midfielder helps Bayern Munich and how the Bavarians dominated the first half against Dortmund.

Bayern Munich Vs Borussia Dortmund Lineups & Formations

Let us look at how Vincent Kompany and Niko Kovač fielded their squads.

Bayern Munich Lineup

Bayern played in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

In goal was skipper Manuel Neuer, behind a back four of Sacha Boey (right-back), Dayot Upamecano (right centre-back), Jonathan Tah (left centre-back), and Konrad Laimer (left-back).