The Bundesliga returned for round 11 on Sunday with plenty of excitement as Bayern Munich secured their place in the top spot thanks to a dominant performance against VfL Wolfsburg.
For the first time this season, the reigning champions have been able to call upon their full squad, with the likes of Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, and Robert Lewandowski all returning from injury. The trio has been key to Bayern's success so far this campaign, but they were not the only players who made an impact on the pitch.
Munich's second-half dominance was evident from the start, with the visitors dominating possession and creating numerous chances throughout the game. However, it wasn't until the 75th minute that Bayern finally broke through, with Joshua Kimmich providing the assist for Serge Gnabry to slot home from close range.
The goal proved to be the catalyst for Bayern's domination, and the hosts continued to press throughout the remainder of the match. They were rewarded with another goal just three minutes later, with Thomas Muller finding space on the left flank before slotting home from a tight angle.
Despite being down to ten men after Thiago Alcantara received his marching orders late in the first half, Bayern managed to hold on to secure a comfortable win. It was a much-needed victory for the Bavarians, who had struggled to find their rhythm in recent weeks.
In contrast, VfL Wolfsburg will be disappointed with their defeat, which saw them drop out of the top four for the first time since round 4. The team has been inconsistent this season, with their struggles most apparent at the back. However, they will be hoping to bounce back in next weekend's fixture against Borussia Monchengladbach.
Overall, round 11 of the Bundesliga provided plenty of drama and excitement, with Bayern securing their place in the top spot thanks to their impressive display against Wolfsburg. It remains to be seen whether they can maintain their form in the coming weeks, but there is no doubt that they are currently one of the strongest teams in Germany.