Bayern Munich booked their place in the DFB-Pokal final with a composed 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, keeping their silverware ambitions firmly on track.
From kickoff, Bayern set the tone with intensity and control, dominating the early exchanges and creating clear-cut chances.
Their first-half display was particularly sharp, as they maintained structure, pressed effectively, and denied Leverkusen any real opportunity to settle into the game.
As the contest progressed into the second half, the momentum slightly shifted.
Leverkusen began to find rhythm, pushing forward and forcing Bayern to drop deeper and defend resolutely.
However, the Bavarian giants held their shape, managing the game professionally to secure a clean sheet and a deserved win.
After the final whistle, manager Vincent Kompany reflected on the achievement, emphasizing both the significance of reaching the final and the team’s ongoing hunger for success.
“Berlin has been talked about since the first day I arrived at Bayern,” declared Kompany.
“It’s a massive gift for the club to get there again.”
While acknowledging the importance of staying focused on each fixture, Kompany also stressed the need to appreciate key moments like this in a demanding season.
“You’re always occupied with the next match, but we’ll also enjoy this moment.
“It’s about titles – and we’re in the running for all of them.”
Breaking down the performance, the Bayern boss highlighted the team’s strong start and defensive discipline in the opening half.
“The most important thing was that we got through.
“The first half was very good from us – we didn’t concede anything and created chances.”
He also credited Leverkusen for their second-half response, noting how Bayern had to adapt under pressure.
“In the second half, [Bayer] Leverkusen came into the game more.
“They forced us to defend deep because they played good football.”
As the Bundesliga champions now turn their attention to the final in Berlin, the message is clear: the hunt for trophies is well and truly alive.
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