August 17, (THEWILL) — Bayern Munich captured their first trophy of the 2025/2026 season by defeating Stuttgart 2-1 in the German Super Cup at MHPArena on Saturday. Vincent Kompany’s squad opened their campaign with silverware through goals from Harry Kane and Luis Diaz. The Bundesliga champions controlled large portions of the match despite facing resistance from their opponents. Manuel Neuer’s goalkeeping proved instrumental in preserving Bayern’s advantage throughout the contest.
Kane broke the deadlock in the 18th minute after Stuttgart defender, Luca Jaquez, mishandled Michael Olise’s attempted pass. The England striker capitalised on the error by converting a half-volley past goalkeeper, Fabian Bredlow. Serge Gnabry had earlier threatened with a first-time effort that sailed narrowly wide off the target.
Neuer’s reflexes kept Stuttgart at bay during crucial moments in both halves of the encounter. The veteran goalkeeper denied Nick Woltemade from close range before producing an exceptional save to tip Jamie Leweling’s deflected long-distance strike over the crossbar.
Diaz sealed the victory with 13 minutes remaining by heading home Gnabry’s cross following a rapid counter-attack. The Colombian winger celebrated his maiden goal for the club by recreating the gaming celebration popularised by former Liverpool teammate, Diogo Jota. The finish capped an impressive debut performance for the new signing. Bayern’s second goal effectively ended Stuttgart’s hopes of mounting a comeback.
Leweling reduced the deficit during stoppage time by nodding in Chema Andres’ cross to give Stuttgart brief hope. However, Bayern maintained their composure in the final moments to claim the trophy.
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