Chelsea’s Champions League return ended in disappointment as defensive lapses gifted Bayern Munich a 3–1 win at the Allianz Arena.
Harry Kane struck twice against familiar Premier League opposition, while Cole Palmer produced a fine goal but admitted the Blues had only themselves to blame.
“The three goals we conceded were our own fault,” Palmer told club media. “We had chances and deserved more, but it came down to a lack of concentration and not managing key moments.”
Enzo Maresca’s side started brightly but unravelled through individual mistakes. Trevoh Chalobah’s own goal put Bayern ahead, Moises Caicedo conceded a penalty converted by Kane, and a slip from Malo Gusto allowed the England striker to score his second. Palmer’s composed finish offered brief hope, yet the damage was already done.
The defeat underlined both promise and vulnerability in a youthful Chelsea squad eager to re-establish themselves in Europe.
Next up is José Mourinho’s Benfica in the Champions League a test where eliminating errors will be crucial before attention returns to the Premier League.