Bayern Munich News: The aftermath of FC Bayern’s 4-3 win over Mainz 05

Bayern Munich's players celebrate with their fans after winning 3:4 the German first division Bundesliga football match between 1 FSV Mainz 05 and FC Bayern Munich in Mainz, western Germany on April 25, 2026. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP via Getty Images) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO | AFP via Getty Images Die Folgen: Bayern’s amazing 4-3 comeback victory over Mainz 05 (Bavarian Football Works) Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany had tough choices to make with his lineup ahead of facing Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga. The manager knew he had the Champions League semifinal vs.

Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday and was facing a depleted corps of young players, who would have normally received these minutes. Given that, Kompany patchworked together a lineup and did not even want to be tempted to use some regulars as he left a couple at home. In the end, Kompany’s boys fell in a three-goal hole before….

totally redeeming themselves with a ridiculous 4-3 victory. Let’s get down to it and give our thoughts on the match, here are some quick hitters on the game: As always, let’s begin with a look at the starting XI: 🚨 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗙 🚨 So starten wir gegen Mainz! 📋 pic.

twitter. com/aH1dj8uEYW — FC Bayern München (@FCBayern) April 25, 2026 The rotation was heavy with subs, but — as expected — there was not an influx of young players. Bara Sapoko Ndiaye did get the nod, which was cool to see, but there was never going to be any real intent other than to fill certain spots with starters because Kompany had to.