Bayern Munich 3-1 St. Pauli Player Ratings: Stoppage-Time Drama Sees Bayern Snatch Full Points

FC Bayern München survived a major scare at the Allianz Arena in a dramatic Bundesliga match. St. Pauli arrived with a clear plan and executed it superbly, shocking the home crowd with a goal after only six minutes. Andréas Hountondji finished calmly, and the visiting fans erupted.

Bayern controlled possession but struggled to break through St. Pauli’s organized and disciplined defense. For much of the first half, the hosts looked frustrated and short of ideas. The equalizer finally came just before halftime, when Raphaël Guerreiro scored a vital goal.

The second half was one-way traffic. Bayern attacked constantly and hit the woodwork three times. St. Pauli defended bravely and seemed close to securing a famous point. But in stoppage time, the pressure proved too much. Luis Díaz scored, and a late substitute added another to complete a 3–1 comeback victory.

Here are Sportsdunia’s Bayern Munich vs St. Pauli Player Ratings from the Bundesliga:

Bayern Munich Player Ratings vs St. Pauli

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Goalkeeper

Manuel Neuer - 6.5: Had virtually nothing to do after the early goal, which he couldn't be faulted for. His distribution was as clean as ever, starting attacks from the back with his 24 accurate passes. Remained a spectator for most of the game.

Defenders

Min-jae Kim - 7.5: Absolutely dominant in the air, winning a staggering 9 aerial duels. He was a commanding presence before being substituted. What stood out to us was his comfort on the ball, completing 96% of his passes. A very solid outing from the defender.

Jonathan Tah - 7.0: A true monolith at the back, touching the ball 177 times and completing 159 passes. He was the hub through which everything flowed. However, he gets marked down slightly for a clumsy challenge that earned him a late yellow card. Overall, a commanding performance.

Konrad Laimer - 5.0: A really difficult game for him. His error led directly to St. Pauli's shock opener, a moment that put his team on the back foot. He was hooked at halftime, which tells its own story. A performance to forget.

Tom Bischof - 6.5: Very involved with 123 touches, but lacked a decisive final ball. He hit the woodwork and had several shots blocked. You could see the effort was there, constantly trying to make things happen, but his end product just wasn't there on the night.

Midfielders

Joshua Kimmich - 8.5: Ran the show from start to finish. From our perspective, he was the metronome of the team, dictating the tempo with 170 touches. Created four chances and delivered the pinpoint cross for the crucial go-ahead goal. A masterful midfield performance.

Aleksandar Pavlovic - 8.0: Simply sensational on the ball. He completed 146 passes with 95% accuracy, showing a maturity beyond his years. Controlled the middle of the park alongside Kimmich and barely put a foot wrong before his substitution.

Luis Díaz - 9.0: The undisputed man of the match. He was a constant thorn in St. Pauli's side, providing an assist and scoring the decisive goal that broke their resistance. His energy and directness were exactly what Bayern needed to turn the game around. A truly brilliant, match-winning display.

Raphaël Guerreiro - 7.5: Scored the vital equalizer just before halftime with a composed finish. He was sharp and intelligent in his movement, linking up play effectively. His goal changed the entire complexion of the second half. A very effective 65 minutes.

Lennart Karl - 6.0: An energetic but ultimately frustrating performance. He was unlucky to hit the post and missed a big chance he should have buried. He got into good positions but his finishing let him down. He worked hard but lacked composure.

Forwards

Harry Kane - 6.5: It just wasn't his night. He was visibly frustrated, hitting the post from close range and seeing multiple shots blocked. He was involved in link-up play but the ball just would not go in for him. An off-day at the office for the prolific striker.

Substitutes

Michael Olise - 7.0: Added some much-needed directness and flair when he came on at halftime.

Josip Stanisic - 6.5: Slotted in seamlessly and helped maintain pressure on the St. Pauli defence.

Serge Gnabry - 6.0: Looked lively but his shooting was a bit wayward. Couldn't find the target.

Leon Goretzka - N/A: Came on too late to make a significant impact.

Nicolas Jackson - 7.5: The perfect impact sub. He came on and sealed the victory with a late goal. You can't ask for more than that.

Manager

V. Kompany - 7.5: His team was on the verge of a frustrating draw, but his persistence paid off. He kept his team pushing forward, and his substitutions, particularly Jackson, were timed well. He will be relieved his team found a way to win.

St. Pauli Player Ratings vs Bayern Munich

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Goalkeeper

Nikola Vasilj - 6.0: Made a few good claims and punches but was ultimately helpless against the late onslaught. His distribution was hurried, losing possession 15 times as Bayern pressed high. A tough day at the office, but he couldn't have done much about the goals.

Defenders

Karol Mets - 6.5: A warrior's performance. He threw his body on the line, making 6 clearances and a crucial blocked shot. He was under siege all game and picked up a yellow card for his troubles. Fought bravely until the very end.

Hauke Wahl - 6.5: Like his defensive partners, he was immense for 90 minutes. He made 6 clearances and was a constant barrier. The sheer volume of attacks was just too much to handle in the end. A valiant effort in a losing cause.

Eric Smith - 5.5: A really mixed bag of a performance. He made a staggering 12 clearances and created two chances, which is impressive. However, his performance is overshadowed by a costly error that led to a goal. That one moment was devastating.

Arkadiusz Pyrka - 7.0: An excellent defensive display. He won 100% of his tackles and made some key interceptions. He was disciplined and resilient, embodying the spirit of his team's performance. One of St. Pauli's better players.

Lars Ritzka - 5.5: Had a very difficult time against Bayern's wingers. He was dribbled past 5 times and struggled to contain the constant pressure down his flank. His evening was cut short by an unfortunate injury.

Midfielders

James Sands - 6.0: He worked his socks off in the middle of the park, making 3 tackles and recovering the ball 3 times. However, he was largely overwhelmed by the quality of Bayern's midfield and struggled to retain possession.

Jackson Irvine - 7.5: The captain was immense. He was a gladiator in midfield, winning 7 duels and making 4 crucial interceptions. He led by example with his tenacity and fight before being substituted. A proper captain's knock.

Joel Chima Fujita - 6.0: A very busy performance. He recovered the ball an impressive 8 times but also lost it 12 times. You could see his desire to impact the game, but his execution was inconsistent under pressure.

Mathias Pereira Lage - 8.0: St. Pauli's most dangerous player by a mile. He provided a sublime assist for the opening goal and created three chances in total. His creativity and vision were a constant threat until his unfortunate injury. His departure was a huge blow.

Forwards

Andréas Hountondji - 7.0: What could have been? He took his goal with fantastic composure and looked electric for the 18 minutes he was on the pitch. The injury was a cruel twist of fate for him and his team. He was on track for a legendary performance.

Substitutes

Danel Sinani - 5.5: Came on for the injured Hountondji but failed to make a similar impact. He struggled to get involved in the game.

Abdoulie Ceesay - 6.0: Brought on to add fresh legs and defensive solidarity, and he worked hard.

Louis Oppie - 6.0: Replaced the injured Ritzka and did his best to stem the tide of Bayern attacks.

Connor Metcalfe - N/A: A late substitute with little time to influence the proceedings.

Manager

A. Blessin - 8.0: From our perspective, he got his tactics almost spot on. His team was organized, disciplined, and fought with incredible passion. They were minutes away from a historic result. He couldn't legislate for the injuries or the sheer quality that undid them in the end. He can be incredibly proud.

Sportsdunia’s Player of the Match goes to Luis Diaz.