Munich and PSG Dominate in Resounding FIFA Club World Cup Start

In a dazzling display of football mastery, Bayern Munich launched their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a resounding 10-0 victory over Auckland City at TQL Stadium on Sunday night. Thomas Muller and Jamal Musiala delivered standout performances, with Muller contributing a brace and Musiala showcasing his brilliance with a hat-trick.

Kingsley Coman initiated the scoring spree with a close-range header just six minutes into the match. Sacha Boey, Michael Olise, and Coman quickly added to the tally, putting Bayern well ahead before half-time. Muller and Olise further extended the lead, with Olise's stunning long-range strike sealing a 6-0 halftime advantage.

The second half was defined by Musiala's masterclass, scoring from a long-range effort, a penalty, and capitalizing on a goalkeeper error. Muller sealed the 10-0 triumph, as Bayern coach Vincent Kompany emphasized focus over praise, highlighting the importance of the goal difference.

Concurrently, Paris-Saint Germain, fresh off their triumph as UEFA Champions League victors, began their Club World Cup journey with a 4-0 win against Atletico de Madrid in hot conditions. Fabian Ruiz's strike set the tone, and goals from Vitinha, substitute Senny Mayulu, and a penalty by Lee Kangin reinforced their dominance.

PSG's Marquinhos praised the team's intensity and warned against complacency, while Atletico's Antoine Griezmann acknowledged the challenging conditions. Bayern Munich and PSG's commanding starts underscore their championship aspirations.

(With inputs from agencies.)