Bayern Munich, who were looking miles away from defending their Bundesliga title before the first half of the 2018-19 season, outdid Borussia Dortmund 5-0 at home. Bayern started on the front foot against Favre's side. Mats Hummels, Robert Lewandowski, Javi Martinez and Serge Gnabry scored one each in the first 45 minutes and gave the home fans moments to enjoy. While in the second half, the former Dortmund leader Lewandowski scored a tap in goal and completed his brace. With the effect of this victory, Bayern top the table yet again with 64 points after 28 matches, one more than the second-placed Dortmund.