Bayern Munich held to a draw by Holstein Kiel in the DFB Pokal
Bayern Munich were held to a 0-0 draw by Holstein Kiel in the DFB Pokal on Saturday, with the Bundesliga champions unable to break down the stubborn second-tier side.
Bayern dominated possession and created a number of chances, but they were unable to find a way past Holstein Kiel goalkeeper Ioannis Gelios, who made a string of fine saves to keep his side in the game.
The draw means that Bayern Munich will have to replay Holstein Kiel in Munich in order to progress to the next round of the DFB Pokal.
Holstein Kiel started the game brightly and had the first chance of the match when Fin Bartels fired wide from inside the area.
Bayern Munich gradually began to assert their authority on the game and created a number of chances, but they were unable to find a way past Gelios.
The best chance of the first half fell to Robert Lewandowski in the 25th minute, but the Polish striker headed wide from close range.
Bayern Munich continued to press in the second half, but Holstein Kiel defended resolutely and kept the Bundesliga champions at bay.
The closest Bayern Munich came to scoring was in the 75th minute when Leon Goretzka's shot was well saved by Gelios.
In the end, Bayern Munich were forced to settle for a draw, which means that they will have to replay Holstein Kiel in Munich in order to progress to the next round of the DFB Pokal.
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