Top 3 performers for Bayern Munich during 0-0 draw in Leverkusen | OneFootball

Bayern Munich managed to come out of an important week with two positive results. They had to dig in on Wednesday to get a 2-1 win against Celtic in Glasgow to get their noses ahead in the Champions League play-off. On the back of the win at Celtic Park, Bayern managed to hold on to a 0-0 draw against Bayer Leverkusen in Bay Arena on Saturday.

It was far from a vintage performance from Bayern on Saturday. They struggled to create chances throughout the game but showed grit and resilience to deal with several attacking moves from Bayer Leverkusen.

Bayern have consistently dominated games in the Bundesliga this season, but Saturday was different. Leverkusen controlled the game, and Die Roten had to work hard out of possession. While there were questions about Bayern’s performance, it was crucial for them to avoid defeat. Die Roten have made sure that Leverkusen still trail them by eight points after matchday 22.

Let’s look at players who excelled in this gritty performance from Bayern Munich.

Dayot Upamecano

There have been no second thoughts about Dayot Upamecano being the best center-back for Bayern this season. The French defender further strengthened this claim by delivering a brilliant performance against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.

Upamecano defended resolutely and made sure Bayern left with a clean sheet from Bay Arena. The 26-year-old defender had a whopping 19 defensive actions in the game. He won 11 duels out of 16 duels he contested. The French defender also made six clearances and four interceptions in the game. He was everywhere in the defensive third to put off fires.