An absolutely brilliant performance. We've matured so much & now look right at home at the top end of European football.
We allowed Bayern the ball in their half, but aside from Leroy's long-range efforts, we were mainly comfortable. We did to Bayern, what the elite teams used to do to us.
It's pointless highlighting individual players, because to a man we were exceptional. Ederson pulled off several good saves in horrible conditions & gave us confidence in defence. The slight tweak with Stones playing CB, stepping into midfield worked a treat.
In reality, we could have won by 5 or 6 but 3 will more than do. We're only at halftime, & Bayern are at home in the return leg, so the final result of the tie isn't a given. However, Bayern will be more than aware that we're as capable of scoring at the Allianz as they are.
Hopefully KDB's OK. Pep said it was a tactical substitution & not an injury. I'd have rather face Leicester last weekend before a possible new manager bounce, but it is what it is. Roll on Saturday...
