Bayern Munich 4-0 FC Koln: 4 Talking Points

Perisic fits the system

Perisic plays a similar role for Croatia

Ivan Perisic now has two goals for Bayern Munich in two league appearances. There's little chance that he extends that run for more than a few games, but he's making an impressive case in his initial days at the club.

Bayern's system under Kovac allows the wingers to go out wide as well as come inside and take on defenders. Kingsley Coman and Serge Gnabry made most appearances for Bayern in those positions last season, however, Perisic seems the most naturally suited to that role.

He has plenty of experience playing in a similar role for Inter Milan and Croatia. He also perhaps offers more of a goal threat than Coman. It also allows Lucas Hernandez to pump in crosses on the overlap; something he does well. Given that Kimmich and Tolisso can cover most counter-attacks as sitting midfielders, Perisic's tendency to drift inside and link up with Coutinho and Lewandowski may be just what Bayern need.