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Shirking by Kimmich during Shiri encounter yields results: "Can't accomplish it"

In the game between Bayern and Leipzig, a goal by the visiting team was disallowed, adding an unusual twist to their 6-0 loss, a decision that was deemed fair.

Successful Lamentations by Kimmich at the Shiri: "I Can't Pull It Off"
Successful Lamentations by Kimmich at the Shiri: "I Can't Pull It Off"

Shirking by Kimmich during Shiri encounter yields results: "Can't accomplish it"

Bayern Munich Secures Impressive 6-0 Win, Thanks to Controversial Goal Disallowance

In an intriguing turn of events during the Bundesliga opener between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig, a goal scored by Leipzig's Antonio Nusa was disallowed after a controversial review. The goal, which came in the 66th minute from a sharp angle, was disallowed due to an error in the execution of the free kick by Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba.

The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) intervened in the situation, but it's important to note that checking the manner of execution of a free kick before a goal is not part of its tasks. Munich player Joshua Kimmich, who served as the captain of the German national team during the game, noticed the incorrect free kick and voiced his concerns to the referee.

Kimmich's complaints led to the goal being reviewed and eventually disallowed four minutes later. However, the initial decision to allow the goal was later admitted to be incorrect by the German Football Association (DFB). After the goal was disallowed, Kimmich received a yellow card for his persistent complaints.

Despite the controversy, Bayern Munich went on to secure a convincing 6-0 win. The sports director of Bayern, Max Eberl, praised Kimmich and the team for their intervention with the referee, stating that it was important to complain about the goal. Eberl also mentioned that the referee was upset about the incident, but did not want to blame him for it.

Eberl reported that he had contact with the referee, Badstüben, about the scene after the game. Kimmich himself stated that he was glad the referee had the courage to take back the initial decision. He also admitted that he would probably have given himself a yellow card for his persistent complaints about the goal.

The VAR decided, exceptionally, to give a short hint about the irregular free kick execution because nobody would have understood if the goal had been counted. Eberl stated that the situation leading to a goal probably happens once in 10,000 such insignificant free kicks.

In conclusion, the controversial disallowance of the goal played a significant role in Bayern Munich's impressive victory over RB Leipzig. The incident highlights the importance of vigilance and the ability to voice concerns in high-pressure situations, as demonstrated by Joshua Kimmich.

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