Bayern celebrates Supercup victory in Dortmund: 'Continue like this'
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Bayern Munich secured their second consecutive Supercup title by defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-1.
- New signing Nathaniel Brown scored the opening goal, with Michael Olise adding a second before halftime.
- Despite a strong second-half performance from Dortmund, including a goal from Fabio Silva, Bayern held on for the win.
Bayern Munich began the new football season by clinching the Franz-Beckenbauer-Supercup, marking their second consecutive victory in the competition. The team triumphed over rivals Borussia Dortmund with a 2-1 scoreline in a match played in Dortmund's packed stadium.
That feels good. I am very happy. We want to continue like this - and win titles.
New acquisition Nathaniel Brown, who played in an advanced midfield role typically occupied by the ill Jamal Musiala, scored the decisive opening goal in the 28th minute. The lead was extended just before the break by Michael Olise, who executed a skillful individual play.
Borussia Dortmund mounted a significant comeback attempt in the second half. Substitute Fabio Silva reduced the deficit in the 75th minute, and the team pressed for an equalizer. However, a red card for Rami Bensebaini late in the game and a missed opportunity by Maximilian Beier in stoppage time thwarted their efforts.
It's a big win to start the season.
Coach Vincent Kompany's team displayed impressive form early in the season, with several key players, including Brown and Joshua Kimmich, showing promising performances ahead of the new league campaign.
It's always a special game against Dortmund - a highlight. We want to win the first title right away.
Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.