Bayern Edges Stuttgart 2-1 in Franz Beckenbauer Super Cup

Luis Díaz debut goal secures Bayern's Super Cup triumph

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane and Luis Díaz score crucial goals as they edge Stuttgart 2-1 in the German Super Cup, increasing their trophy tally to 10 titles.

Bayern Munich won the Franz Beckenbauer Super Cup for a record-extending 11th time, defeating Stuttgart 2-1 at the MHP Arena. Harry Kane opened the scoring in the 18th minute, and Luis Díaz doubled the lead with his debut goal for Bayern in the 77th minute. Stuttgart's Jamie Leweling scored in the 90+3 minute to narrow the deficit, but it was too little, too late.

The win marks a successful start to the season for Bayern Munich, while Stuttgart's home record remains a concern. Stuttgart lost seven of their last 10 games at the MHP Arena in the 2024/25 season, and hosting the Super Cup didn't bring them good fortune this time either.

The atmosphere in the stadium was electric, with fans buzzing with excitement. However, the home team had to weather an intense early attack on their defense. Leon Goretzka had two close calls, but Harry Kane's experience eventually paid off. He capitalized on a loose touch by Luca Jaquez and scored a precise goal from 18 yards out, sliding it into the bottom corner.

🤩🏆 𝓢𝓤𝓟𝓔𝓡𝓒𝓤𝓟 𝓦𝓘𝓝𝓝𝓔𝓡𝓢! 🤩🏆#MiaSanMia #FCBayern #VfBFCB #Supercup pic.twitter.com/AassOdqdVu

— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) August 16, 2025

The goal seemed to spark Stuttgart into action, with the team launching a flurry of shots on goal. However, Manuel Neuer proved infallible, denying Deniz Undav, Josha Vagnoman, and Bayern-linked Nick Woltemade with impressive saves. Stuttgart's pressure couldn't breach Neuer's defense, and Bayern maintained their lead. Just before halftime, Michael Olise had a chance to score, but his header sailed over the bar, leaving the score unchanged heading into the break.

⚽️ Stanisic on the left, Kane slips it across. Gnabry at the corner of the penalty area delivers a perfect pass to Diaz and our new signing scores with his head and shoulder! 🔥 https://t.co/RBh44FIghr pic.twitter.com/H2VOrc4Mhw

— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) August 16, 2025

The home fans were vocal in the second half, cheering on their team as both sides struggled to find cohesion. Stuttgart goalkeeper Fabian Bredlow made a crucial save to deny Harry Kane's scoring opportunity, while Jamie Leweling's deflected drive tested Manuel Neuer, who responded with an impressive save. However, the momentum shifted in Bayern's favor when Luis Díaz scored with a well-placed header, nodding in Serge Gnabry's cross past Bredlow. This sealed the win for Bayern, extending their unbeaten domestic away run to 10 matches.

Stuttgart managed to score a consolation goal when Jamie Leweling headed the ball into the net, thanks to a flick-on from Chema Andres in the 90+3 minute. Despite the late goal, Bayern Munich held on for a 2-1 win.

Post-Match Analysis:

Stuttgart's Optimism: Despite losing to domestic rivals Bayern Munich, Stuttgart's DFB-Pokal winners will head into the Bundesliga season with optimism. They've retained most of their top players, with Enzo Millot being the only notable departure so far.

Bayern's Success: Bayern Munich's Vincent Kompany will be thrilled to add the Super Cup trophy to his collection, marking his second title since taking charge. This win brings the Super Cup back to Bavaria for the first time since 2022.