Kane brace powers Bayern past Chelsea in UEFA Champions League opener

BERLIN, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) -- Bayern Munich opened their Champions League campaign with a statement 3-1 victory over FIFA Club World Cup holders Chelsea at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday, with Harry Kane scoring twice.

Chelsea settled quickest, pressing high and testing the German champions early. Enzo Fernandez forced Konrad Laimer into a crucial block after just seven minutes, setting the tone for a competitive