Watch: Joshua Kimmich’s Last Gasp Thunderous Strike Rescues Bayern From Defeat

Watch: Joshua Kimmich’s Last Gasp Thunderous Strike Rescues Bayern From Defeat

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:23 PM
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  • Bayern Munich continued their winless run since the return of the Bundesliga after the World Cup break
  • Julian Nagelsmann's side posted their second successive draw, playing out a one-all stalemate with FC Koln
  • The Bavarians' poor run of form has seen their lead at the top of the table cut to just four points

Joshua Kimmich produced a thunderous strike to salvage a draw for Bayern Munich on Tuesday evening.

The German defender, who captained Bayern in their second post-World Cup game, scored a last-gasp wonder goal as the Bavarians shared the spoils with FC Koln.

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Late Joshua Kimmich stunner saves a point for Bayern against FC Koln. Photo credit: @iMiaSanMia
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Having put seven past Werder Bremen, Koln continued from where they left off in their previous league outing when they drew first blood after just four minutes.

Bayern's lion's share of the possession frustratingly did not translate into goals, however, a screamer from Kimmich in the dying embers of the game ensured the Bavarians maintained their unbeaten home record this term.

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Below is the video:

How did he celebrate?

The 27-year-old midfielder hit the Rashford celebration, which is fast gaining roots among footballers.

What is the Rashford celebration?

It is a type of goal celebration where the goal scorer stands still and points at his temple (head) with his index finger.

According to GOAL, the celebration is rumoured to be an indication of the player's progress with regard to his mental health.

What's next for Kimmich's Bayern?

The Bundesliga leaders will host high-flying Eintracht Frankfurt, who currently sit in third position on Saturday.

Kimmich saves Bayern

A 90th-minute equaliser from Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich saved his side from a second loss of the season, as they drew 1-1 at home against a dogged Cologne on Tuesday.

Cologne, who put seven goals past Bremen on Saturday, picked up where they left off, pressuring Bayern and winning a corner after just three minutes.

Cologne defender Julian Chabot kept the ball in the air from the corner, superbly finding an unmarked Ellyes Skhiri at the far post for the Tunisian international to tap in from close range.

Bayern sack goalkeeper coach

Meanwhile, Sports Brief earlier reported that Bayern Munich goalkeeper coach Toni Tapalovic has been axed by the German club after he reportedly leaked dressing room information.

Tapalovic was named Bayern's goalkeeping coach in July 2011 after announcing his retirement from professional football nine months earlier.

The 42-year-old coached Manuel Neuer to become one of the best goalkeepers in the modern game.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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