Bayern Munich kicked off their Champions League campaign in style, delivering a commanding 5-0 victory over Bodo/Glimt. After a frustrating first half, the floodgates opened for Bayern when Jamal Musiala netted the opener just two minutes into the second half. Harry Kane followed suit with a header, marking his 34th goal in 39 Champions League appearances for Bayern. Alphonso Davies added a powerful half-volley for 3-0, and Michael Olise capped off the scoring with an impressive late brace.

In another thrilling encounter, Cesc Fàbregas’s Como made a significant impact in their debut, thrashing RB Leipzig 4-1. Goals from Martin Baturina, Tasos Douvikas, and Assane Diao established a solid lead for Como. Although Andrija Maksimović pulled one back for Leipzig, Maximo Perrone sealed the deal late on, ensuring a memorable night in northern Italy.

Slavia Prague faced heartbreak at home against Lens, conceding twice in stoppage time to lose 3-2. After Mikulas Konecny received a red card, Danijel Sturm initially gave Slavia the lead, but Abdallah Sima equalized for Lens. Sturm’s second goal in the 88th minute seemed to secure victory until Florian Thauvin and Ruben Aguilar struck late to snatch a dramatic win.

Meanwhile, PSV managed to end their losing streak in Champions League openers, drawing 1-1 with Shakhtar Donetsk. After trailing at half-time due to a goal from Gleiker Mendoza, Sergiño Dest equalized shortly after the break, securing a point for the Dutch side.