Bayern Munich faces the prospect of trailing the Bundesliga leaders by 10 points after a disappointing draw against Freiburg.
Christian Gunter’s impressive 20-yard strike gave the mid-table hosts an early lead, setting the tone for a challenging match for Bayern.
Despite Mathys Tel’s excellent curling effort and Jamal Musiala’s well-placed shot, which momentarily put Bayern in the lead, Lucas Holer’s 87th-minute volley secured a late equalizer for Freiburg.
Bayern’s coach, Thomas Tuchel, criticized his team’s lack of structure and discipline in the first half, expressing frustration at their reckless play and positional lapses.
Currently seven points behind the unbeaten league leaders Bayer Leverkusen, Bayern’s decade-long dominance in German football faces a potential turning point.
With Leverkusen having a game in hand, Bayern’s pursuit of an unprecedented 12th consecutive Bundesliga title hangs in the balance.
Tuchel’s impending departure at the end of the season adds another layer of uncertainty to Bayern’s future.
Their challenging season could lead to a trophy-less campaign if they fail to overturn a 1-0 deficit against Lazio in the Champions League last-16 second leg on Tuesday.
The frustration extended to England striker Harry Kane, who, despite a recent run of three goals in two games, missed several opportunities to make an impact for Bayern in this crucial encounter.
As the Bundesliga narrative unfolds, Bayern faces a pivotal moment that could reshape the landscape of German football.