Bayern Munich produced a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Mainz 05 4-3 away, with substitutes Harry Kane and Michael Olise leading the charge. The Bundesliga champions trailed 3-0 at halftime after goals from Dominik Kohr, Paul Nebel, and Sheraldo Becker. Bayern had made eight changes to the lineup that beat Bayer Leverkusen in the German Cup semi-final and failed to register a shot on target in the first half.
Second-Half Revival
Coach Vincent Kompany introduced Kane and Olise after the break, and the team's renewed aggression paid off. Nicolas Jackson pulled one back in the 53rd minute, and Olise equalized with 20 minutes remaining. Jamal Musiala put Bayern ahead in the 80th minute, and Kane sealed the victory three minutes later, scoring his 33rd Bundesliga goal of the season. The win extended Bayern's winning streak to nine matches in all competitions.
PSG Maintain Ligue 1 Lead
Paris Saint-Germain took a significant step toward the Ligue 1 title with a 3-0 victory at Angers, opening a six-point lead over Lens at the top. Lee Kang-in and Senny Mayulu scored in the first half, and Lucas Beraldo added a third after the break. PSG are on course for a 12th French title in 14 years. However, Achraf Hakimi was substituted at halftime due to injury, and Gonçalo Ramos was sent off in the 74th minute for a second yellow card.
Lyon and Monaco in European Race
Lyon held off Auxerre 3-2 to keep their Champions League hopes alive, moving to 57 points and three points ahead of fourth-placed Lille. Roman Yaremchuk scored twice, either side of a Corentin Tolisso goal. Monaco, meanwhile, squandered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Toulouse, leaving them three points behind Lille.
Barcelona Close In on La Liga Title
Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory at Getafe, with goals from Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford, to extend their winning streak to nine league matches. The result moved Barcelona to 85 points, 11 clear of second-placed Real Madrid with five games remaining. Lopez opened the scoring just before halftime after a through ball from Pedri, and Rashford sealed the win in the 74th minute with a composed strike from the edge of the area.
Atletico Madrid Survive Scare
Atletico Madrid came from behind to beat Athletic Club 3-2, strengthening their grip on the final Champions League qualification spot. Aitor Paredes gave Athletic the lead, but Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth turned the game around. Sorloth scored again in stoppage time, but Gorka Guruzeta pulled one back in the 97th minute, setting up a tense finish. Atletico held on for the win.
Serie A Update
Verona were denied a late winner against Lecce after VAR ruled out a stoppage-time goal, with the match ending 0-0. Lecce moved out of the relegation zone by a point, while Verona remain 10 points from safety. Roma won 2-0 at Bologna, with goals from Donyell Malen and Neil El Aynaoui, moving within two points of the final Champions League place held by Juventus.
