RB Leipzig Vs Bayern Munich [1–5] – Bundesliga 2025/2026: Vincent Kompany’s Second-Half Reset – Tactical Analysis

RB Leipzig hosted Bayern Munich in Gameweek 18 of the 2025/2026 Bundesliga season, losing 5-1.

Although they took the lead during the first half and dominated in terms of big chances (five) and shots (nine), the Bavarians put forth a display of their quality and ruthlessness, scoring five goals in the second period.

FC Bayern had more ball possession (63%), shots (14), and big chances (6) in the second half than the first, hinting at a major change in their approach after the break.

This game also had important individual events for the defending champions, including Jamal Musiala’s first appearance since his injury, Serge Gnabry scoring his 100^th goal for Bayern Munich, and Michael Olise coming on as a substitute to score a goal and provide a hat-trick of assists.

Through this tactical analysis, we aim to focus on Bayern Munich’s second-half performance and how they outplayed their opponents.

RB Leipzig Vs Bayern Munich Lineups & Formations

Let us look at how Ole Werner and Vincent Kompany fielded their squads.

The hosts, Leipzig, played in a 4-4-2 formation.

Péter Gulácsi started in goal, behind a back four of Ridle Baku (right-back), Willi Orbán (right centre-back), Castello Lukeba (left centre-back), and skipper David Raum (left-back).