The result left Bayern top on 61 points from 26 games with second-placed RB Leipzig on 57 ahead of their highly anticipated clash on April 3 after the international break. Bayern coach Hansi flick congratulated his team after a stunning first-half performance which made Stuttgart look like they were a man down, with the home side dominating after Davies was given his marching orders. Lewandowski hailed Fischer and said he hoped his individual exploits would help the German and European club champions win more silverware. "I am proud to reach a number of 268 goals in the Bundesliga like the legendary Klaus Fischer," he said on Twitter. "I always want my goals to help us win new titles with Bayern."

Source: The Star March 20, 2021 16:43 UTC