"The Bavarians" Bayern Munich hosted Borussia Mönchengladbach and crushed them to remain top of the German Bundesliga. Brazilian-born player Maicon, who has Thai roots, made his first appearance in Germany's top league.
In the 2025-26 German Bundesliga match on Friday, 6 Mar 2026 GMT+7, reigning leaders Bayern Munich hosted Borussia Mönchengladbach at Allianz Arena. Brazilian-born Thai player Maicon was named on Bayern's bench, aiming for his debut in Germany's top division.
Early in the first half at the 33rd minute, Bayern took the lead 1-0 when Leon Goretzka delivered a ball into the box for Luis Diaz to run onto and finish into the net.
Then, during first-half stoppage time at 45+1 minutes, Bayern extended their lead to 2-0 as Luis Diaz set up Konrad Laimer for an easy finish, concluding the half with this scoreline.
In the second half at the 57th minute, Bayern earned a penalty after Nicolas Jackson was fouled by Rocco Reitz. Jamal Musiala successfully converted the spot-kick, making it 3-0. Reitz received a red card and was sent off, leaving Gladbach with 10 men.
At the 61st minute, a joyful moment arrived as Maicon Cardoso, the Brazilian-Thai player, was substituted on for Konrad Laimer, fulfilling his dream of playing in Germany's top league.
By the 79th minute, Bayern extended their lead to 4-0 when Lennart Carl delivered a cross from the right into the box, allowing Nicolas Jackson to finish calmly with a close-range shot.
Near the end at the 89th minute, Gladbach pulled a goal back to 1-4 through Wael Mohaya but could not mount a comeback. The match ended with Bayern Munich defeating Mönchengladbach 4-1, maintaining their lead atop the Bundesliga.