The solution, instead, as Bayern showed vs. Union Berlin, is far simpler: a direct approach, focused on long-balls and crosses into the box. Union came into the game with their well-maintained 3-5-2 structure, sitting deep and often refusing to press (especially in the first half), giving Bayern a lot of time on the ball. Serge Gnabry had a great game, leaving with a brace to show for it. Yet his positioning, movement, and ability to exploit the little space Union offered him helped him stand out beyond doubt today. It is great to see, and Bayern might need this version of Serge as the crucial phase of the season approaches.

Source: The Guardian March 22, 2026 01:59 UTC