Published 05:51 IST, March 12th 2023

Bayern Munich defeat Augsburg 5-3; go two points clear at the top of Bundesliga

Bayern Munich are now two points clear at the top of the Bundesliga after their 5-3 win over Augsburg - coupled with their closest rivals Borussia Dortmund being held 2-2 at Schalke.

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Bayern Munich are w two points clear at top of Bundesliga after ir 5-3 win over Augsburg - coupled with ir closest rivals Borussia Dortmund being held 2-2 at Schalke.

An early shock for Bayern - Benjamin Pavard failing to clear, and Mergim Berisha making most of opportunity in just 2nd minute.

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Defender Pavard seemed much more effective in front of goal, scoring in 19th and 35th minutes.

contest looked over by half-time - Leroy Sane making it 4-1 in 45th minute.

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A Berisha penalty in 60th minute reduced deficit before Alphonso Davis me it 5-2 in 74th.

Irvin Cardona's injury-time effort completed scoreline.

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05:51 IST, March 12th 2023