Harry Kane has paid tribute to the Bayern Munich fan who passed away during the German team's victory against Benfica on Wednesday.

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• Bayern fan passed away during Benfica match
• German side announced news on Thursday
• Kane took to social media to pay tribute

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  A medical emergency occurred at the Allianz Arena during the Champions League clash between Bayern and their Portuguese visitors. Unfortunately, the Bundesliga leaders announced the following day that a supporter had died.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Bayern have not announced the name or age of the supporter and it is not known how the tragedy occurred. Kane, who got an assist in the 1-0 victory for Vincent Kompany's side, spoke out on social media after hearing the news.

• WHAT KANE SAID

  "Such sad news," the striker posted in an Instagram story. "My thoughts are with the fan's family and friends. Rest in peace."

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• WHAT NEXT FOR BAYERN?

  Bayern, who are now on a four-game winning streak, will look to extend their good run when they come up against St Pauli in the German top-flight on Saturday. Bayern sit three points clear of nearest challengers RB Leipzig at the top of the Bundesliga, while St Pauli are 15th in the table.

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