Bundesliga Matchday 22: Goals Galore and Key Milestones

omidbasir- Valentine’s Day brought an unforgettable matchday in the Bundesliga, featuring a remarkable 31 goals across just three games. Despite the limited number of fixtures, individual achievements and team performances provided ample discussion points. Here’s a comprehensive overview of matchday 22 in the Bundesliga.

Harry Kane netted his 25th and 26th goals of the season as Bayern Munich triumphed over Werder Bremen with a convincing 3-0 victory on Saturday afternoon. This brace—comprising a penalty and a stunning long-range effort—positions Kane alongside Robert Lewandowski, matching the latter’s scoring rate from the season in which he set the Bundesliga record with 26 goals in 22 matches. Notably, these two goals marked Kane’s 499th and 500th career strikes, underscoring his potential to secure more silverware with Bayern this season.

Leon Goretzka sealed the win with the only goal of the second half, capping off an almost flawless away match for Bayern. However, the day was marred by an injury to veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who had to be substituted just before halftime. Although initial reports suggested the injury was minor, the club later confirmed that Neuer has torn a muscle fiber in his leg, sidelining him for an extended period. Young goalkeeper Jonas Urbig is set to fill the starting role, with critical matches against Eintracht Frankfurt and Borussia Dortmund on the horizon.

Borussia Dortmund maintained pressure on Bayern Munich, securing a decisive 4-0 victory against Mainz 05 on Friday evening, cutting the gap to just six points. Prior to the match, many spectators anticipated a closer contest given Mainz’s recent resurgence under coach Urs Fischer. However, Dortmund’s Julian Ryerson and Serhou Guirassy had other plans. Guirassy’s first-half brace propelled BVB to a commanding 3-0 lead before halftime, while Ramy Bensebaini added a fourth goal late in the match. Ryerson’s performance was particularly noteworthy; the Norwegian full-back recorded four assists, demonstrating exceptional playmaking ability.

“It’s crucial to provide a striker with adequate support,” remarked head coach Niko Kovac during the post-match press conference. “Fabio Silva performed admirably, and Guirassy’s reaction has been sensational. The team supports him, and he reciprocates. We need his goals, as they enhance our chances of winning.”

Meanwhile, Hamburger SV is establishing its home ground as a fortress in its bid to remain in the Bundesliga. The newly promoted side remains unbeaten at home in 2026, with a series of draws against Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, along with victories over FC Heidenheim and Union Berlin. Striker Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer added to the excitement by scoring two goals in this match.

Head coach Merlin Polzin highlighted Königsdörffer’s contributions beyond goals, emphasizing his importance in tactical execution. Despite surviving a late goal from Union, HSV secured a well-deserved three points, marking their first league victory against Union Berlin in history. This impressive home form has propelled HSV to 9th place in the league, suggesting they might achieve safety earlier than anticipated, especially given their struggles on the road.

In other matches, VfB Stuttgart secured a 3-1 victory over FC Köln, with Ermendin Demirovic scoring twice. Deniz Undav added a third goal, marking his 48th Bundesliga goal in his 100th appearance. Bayer Leverkusen climbed to 6th place after a convincing 4-0 win against struggling St. Pauli, while Albert Riera celebrated his first win as Eintracht Frankfurt head coach with a 3-0 triumph over Borussia Mönchengladbach. Additionally, TSG Hoffenheim defeated SC Freiburg 3-0, and RB Leipzig and VfL Wolfsburg played to a 2-2 draw.