2025 Club World Cup: Bayern Munich Crush Auckland City in Record Win

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Bayern Munich Humiliate Auckland City with Record 10–0 Victory in Club World Cup Opener


Date: June 15, 2025
Venue: West End Stadium, Cincinnati, USA
Competition: FIFA Club World Cup 2025 – Group C
Final Score: Bayern Munich 10 – 0 Auckland City

⚽ Total Domination from the Bavarians

Bayern Munich began their FIFA Club World Cup campaign in emphatic fashion, obliterating New Zealand’s Auckland City 10–0 in a stunning show of superiority. The German giants, featuring a mix of stars and new faces, overwhelmed their amateur opponents from start to finish at West End Stadium.

This wasn’t just a win—it was a statement.

The 10-goal margin is now the largest victory in Club World Cup history, surpassing Al Hilal's 6–1 triumph in 2021.

Star Performers and Key Moments

  • Jamal Musiala made a triumphant return from injury, scoring a clinical hat-trick in just 17 minutes after coming off the bench. The 22-year-old looked unstoppable, gliding past defenders with ease.

  • Kingsley Coman, Thomas Müller, Serge Gnabry, and Michael Olise all grabbed two goals each, showcasing Bayern’s incredible depth in attack.

  • Sacha Boey, a surprise inclusion, got on the scoresheet as well.

  • Defensively, Jonathan Tah and Lennart Karl made solid debuts, with Tah even notching an assist in his first appearance.

Auckland City, despite being the reigning Oceania champions, simply had no answer to Bayern’s intensity, pace, and precision. As the tournament’s only amateur side, the gulf in quality was glaring.


Bayern Munich – Starting XI & Formation

Bayern Munich fielded a strong lineup despite some late arrivals due to international commitments. Manager Vincent Kompany opted for a 4-3-3 formation:

  • Goalkeeper: Jonas Urbig

  • Defenders:

    • Right-back: Konrad Laimer

    • Center-backs: Josip Stanišić and Jonathan Tah

    • Left-back: Adam Aznou

  • Midfielders:

    • Central midfielders: Joshua Kimmich and Tom Bischof

  • Forwards:

    • Right wing: Michael Olise

    • Central forward: Thomas Müller

    • Left wing: Kingsley Coman

    • Striker: Harry Kane

Notably, Jamal Musiala started on the bench as he was gradually reintroduced following an injury. 

⚽ Auckland City – Starting XI & Formation

Auckland City, representing Oceania, lined up in a 4-4-2 formation:

  • Goalkeeper: Conor Tracey

  • Defenders:

    • Right-back: Regont Murati

    • Center-backs: Adam Mitchell and Michael den Heijer

    • Left-back: Nathan Lobo

  • Midfielders:

    • Right midfield: David Yoo

    • Central midfielders: Gerard Garriga and Mario Ilich (captain)

    • Left midfield: Dylan Manickum

  • Forwards:

    • Strikers: Myer Bevan and Jerson Lagos

Auckland City is known for its semi-professional status, with players balancing football with other professions.


Group C Standings (After Matchday 1)

TeamPointsGoal Difference
Bayern Munich3+10
Boca Juniors00
Benfica00
Auckland City                         0                            -10


🗓️ What’s Next?

Bayern Munich Fixtures:

  • June 21: vs Boca Juniors

  • June 24: vs Benfica

Auckland City Fixtures:

  • June 21: vs Boca Juniors

  • June 24: vs Benfica

Bayern are now heavy favorites to top Group C, while Auckland City face an uphill battle to restore pride in their remaining fixtures.


How to Watch the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

🔹 DAZN – Global Streaming Platform

DAZN has secured the exclusive global broadcasting rights for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. All 63 matches, including the highly anticipated Bayern Munich vs. Auckland City game, are available to stream live and free of charge.

Steps to Watch:

  1. Sign Up: Create a free DAZN account by visiting DAZN.com and registering with your email address.

  2. Access Content: Once registered, you can watch matches on the DAZN website or through the DAZN app, available on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, streaming devices, and game consoles.

  3. Enjoy the Matches: Stream all the action live, including exclusive behind-the-scenes content and match highlights.

This initiative aims to make the Club World Cup the most widely accessible club football tournament ever, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino stating, "Through this agreement, billions of football fans worldwide can now watch what will be the most widely accessible club football tournament ever—for free." 

🔹 FIFA+ – Additional Access

FIFA+ offers supplementary coverage, including match highlights and full-match replays. While live streaming is primarily available through DAZN, FIFA+ enhances the viewing experience with additional content. 

📅 Match Schedule – Group C

Auckland City is placed in Group C alongside Bayern Munich, Benfica, and Boca Juniors. Here are their upcoming fixtures:

  • June 20: Auckland City vs. Benfica

  • June 24: Auckland City vs. Boca Juniors 

All matches are scheduled to kick off at 12:00 PM ET (Eastern Time) and will be streamed live on DAZN. 

🌍 Availability in Pakistan

As a resident of Gujranwala, Pakistan, you can access DAZN's free streaming service. Simply sign up for a free account on the DAZN website or app, and you'll be able to watch all the matches live.

📱 Devices to Watch On

DAZN is compatible with a wide range of devices, ensuring you can enjoy the matches on your preferred screen:

  • Smart TVs: Samsung, LG, Sony, and more

  • Mobile Devices: iOS and Android smartphones and tablets

  • Streaming Devices: Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Google Chromecast

  • Game Consoles: PlayStation and Xbox

  • Web Browsers: Access via DAZN.com

  • Watch Auckland City FC live

Final Thoughts

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has only just begun, but Bayern Munich’s 10–0 dismantling of Auckland City has already made global headlines. It was more than a win—it was a warning to the rest of the competition. With Jamal Musiala firing on all cylinders and a squad brimming with both experience and fresh talent, Bayern look primed to make a serious run for the title.

For Auckland City, this result was a harsh reality check. But it's important to remember that they are competing in a tournament alongside some of the best professional clubs in the world—while being a largely amateur side. Their journey here is itself a remarkable achievement, and the experience will serve them well as they face Boca Juniors and Benfica in their remaining group matches.

As Group C unfolds, all eyes will remain on Bayern to see if they can maintain this level of dominance, while fans of Auckland City will hope for a more resilient performance in the matches to come.

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