Leroy Sané answered critics by scoring two goals as Bayern Munich routed Hoffenheim 5-0 to restore its four-point lead in the Bundesliga.

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich scored three times in 19 minutes in the first half to crush Hoffenheim 5-0 on Wednesday and restore their four-point advantage at the top of the standings.

Click here to return to the original storyBayern Munich dominated Hoffenheim with a 5-0 victory at the Allianz Arena. Leroy Sané opened the scoring early, followed by Raphaël Guerreiro and a Harry

Statement of intent Up 2-0 early on relegation candidates in a midweek game with the return of the Champions League upcoming? It might be a time for some teams to sit back, settle in, and enjoy a spell of patient possession and domination.