Bayern Munich spanks Borussia Dortmund

BERLIN

Stung by recent criticism, Bayern Munich delivered a clear statement of intent Saturday after reclaiming top spot in the Bundesliga with a 5-0 thrashing of former leader Borussia Dortmund.

Bayern leads Dortmund by one point with six rounds remaining.

Two former Dortmund players, Mats Hummels and Robert Lewandowski, set Bayern back on track toward a record-extending seventh straight title – a remarkable turnaround considering the side was nine points behind Dortmund earlier in the season.