Lewandowski’s Hat-Trick Powers Bayern Past Union BerlinLewandowski’s Hat-Trick Powers Bayern Past Union Berlin Robert Lewandowski produced a stunning hat-trick as Bayern Munich dominated Union Berlin 3-0 in the Bundesliga on Saturday. The Polish striker broke the deadlock in the 31st minute, latching onto a pass from Thomas Müller and firing home from close range. Lewandowski doubled Bayern’s lead just before halftime, pouncing on a rebound from a Leroy Sané shot. Union Berlin threatened sporadically throughout the match, but Bayern’s defense held firm. The hosts could have reduced the deficit midway through the second half through Taiwo Awoniyi, but the Nigerian could only direct his header wide. Lewandowski sealed the victory for Bayern in the 75th minute, completing his hat-trick with a clinical finish from the edge of the area. The goal took his league tally to a remarkable 31 for the season. With the victory, Bayern moved eight points clear at the top of the Bundesliga table over Borussia Dortmund, who are set to play Bayer Leverkusen later on Saturday. Union Berlin, meanwhile, remain in fifth place. Lewandowski’s dominance continues: Lewandowski’s hat-trick was his fifth of the Bundesliga season, an astonishing feat that underlines his status as one of the most prolific strikers in world football. The 33-year-old is now just four goals away from equaling Gerd Müller’s record of 40 league goals in a single campaign, set in the 1971-72 season. Bayern’s title charge gathers pace: Bayern’s victory over Union Berlin marked their eighth consecutive win in all competitions. Julian Nagelsmann’s side are now in complete control of the Bundesliga title race and look unstoppable. Union Berlin miss chance to close gap: Union Berlin had a chance to close the gap on Bayern to five points with a victory on Saturday, but they were ultimately outclassed by the reigning champions. Urs Fischer’s side will now need to regroup and focus on securing a top-four finish.