Bayern looking to bright future after Champions League win over Shakhtar

By Oliver Trust

BERLIN, Dec. 11 (Xinhua) -- Bayern Munich's travel group exuded optimism after a dominant 5-1 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in the UEFA Champions League and the prospect of a rejuvenating winter break.

The resounding win in Gelsenkirchen lifted spirits, helping the team move on from their earlier German Cup defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.

Despite ongoing challenges, including Manuel Ne