Mainz, Bayern Munich and Harry Kane
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Rock bottom Mainz were mightily close to shocking Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena before a late Harry Kane penalty rescued a fortunate point for the Bavarian giants. Vincent Kompany's side were unimpressive at home and struggled to break down a stubborn Mainz defence,
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Harry Kane 's late penalty ensured Bayern Munich maintained their unbeaten start to the Bundesliga season, but they were held to a surprise 2-2 draw by rock-bottom Mainz at the Allianz Arena. A share of the spoils meant Bayern dropped points for the first time at home this season, while Mainz earned an unlikely point to move within four of safety.
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich needed an 87th-minute penalty from forward Harry Kane to rescue a 2-2 home draw against basement side Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga on Sunday but still managed to extend their lead at the top to nine points.
The hosts created chance after chance, but just before the halftime whistle, they were only leading by a single goal from Lennart Karl. At times, Bayern had over 90 percent possession and a passing ratio of over 550 compared to just under 60 for Mainz, painting a clear picture. And yet, the score at halftime is 1-1.
Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany has praised "absolute leader" Harry Kane ahead of their Bundesliga match with Mainz on Sunday.
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