Bayern Munich secures 2-1 victory with Kimmich named Man of the Match

Bayern Munich achieved a 2-1 victory against Mainz at the Mewa Arena on November 7, 2026. Joshua Kimmich scored the opening goal in the 14th minute, and Lennart Karl added another before Mainz's Philipp Tietz reduced the deficit with a late header. Bayern remains at the top of the Bundesliga and is unbeaten this season. However, goalkeeper Manuel Neuer had to be substituted before halftime due to a foot injury. Kimmich was named Man of the Match, garnering 49% of the votes after a standout performance.

• 5:15 AMYahoo Sports — Joshua Kimmich named Man of the Match in Bayern Munich’s 2-1 win over Mainz