Joshua Kimmich inspired Bayern Munich to a 4-0 victory at struggling Hannover 96 that sees the defending champions keep the pressure on the Bundesliga’s top two. David Alaba, Serge Gnabry and Robert Lewandowski were also on target against a Hannover side who rarely threatened the Bayern goal. The visitors took the lead after just two minutes as Kimmich placed his volley to give the visitors an early advantage. Bayern rested French winger Franck Ribery but did not miss him against opponents who were outclassed from the early stages. Bayern grabbed their third eight minutes into the second half as Gnabry poked the ball home at the second attempt following a cross by Kimmich.

Source: Irish Examiner December 15, 2018 16:41 UTC