Michael Olise was sent off during Bayern Munich’s Champions League fixture after throwing the ball at an opponent, leaving his side with ten men as they conceded a late equalizer to draw 3-3, Le Figaro reported.
Red Card Changes the Match in Norway
The incident occurred in the 73rd minute at Viking FK’s stadium. Bayern Munich held a 3-2 lead when winger Michael Olise received a yellow card for pulling Henrik Heggheim’s shirt during a stoppage in play.
As referee Georgi Kabakov issued the caution amid a group of surrounding players, Olise held the ball for a few seconds before throwing it directly into the head of Zlatko Topic. Referee Kabakov immediately brandished a second yellow card, resulting in a red card and an early exit for the France international.
Late Equalizer Costs Bayern Two Points
Playing a man down after Olise’s dismissal, the German side failed to protect their advantage. The Norwegian hosts increased their attacking pressure during the closing stages, culminating in a 90th-minute goal that leveled the score at 3-3 and stripped Bayern of two group-stage points.
Michael Olise RED CARD in Viking vs Bayern Munich UCL game. pic.twitter.com/oNawMzposi
The uncharacteristic loss of composure from a player typically known for an ultra-calm demeanor forced head coach Vincent Kompany into defensive adjustments for the remainder of the fixture.
Suspension Rules Olise Out Against Arsenal
Beyond the dropped points on the road, the disciplinary consequences of the red card extend directly into the team’s upcoming European schedule. Olise faces a mandatory one-match suspension that rules him out of Bayern Munich’s next Champions League fixture against Arsenal on the third matchday of the tournament.
