DFB Cup
6:45 p.mApril 22, 2026
semi-finals
Bayer Leverkusen0 – 2
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Bayern Munich*BayArena
Referee: Felix Zwayer, Germany
Bayer Leverkusen
Bayern Munich
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Expected Goals (xG)
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Passing by
436 (86%)
Accurate passes
514 (89%)
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1
G
Mark Flecken
9.3
d
Edmond Tapsoba
38′ missing
8
d
Robert Andrich (C)
7.5
4
d
Jarell Quansah
6.0
M
Alexandre Grimaldo
76′ Unsportsmanlike conduct
24
M
Alex Garcia
7.3
25
M
Exequiel Palacios
7.3
21
M
Lucas Vazquez
6.6
23
F
Nathan Tella
6.7
30
F
Ibrahim Maza
6.9
14
F
Patrik Schick
6.2
Substitutes
F
Ernest Poku
39′ Replaced by LucasM
Montrell Culbreath
77′ Replaced by N. TellaM
Malik Tillman
84′ Replaced by R. Andrich
28
G
Janis Blaswich
5
d
Loïc Badé
15
d
Tim Oermann
6
M
Ezequiel Fernandez
17
F
Eliesse Ben Seghir
7
M
Jonas Hofmann
1
G
Manuel Neuer (C)
7.5
27
d
Konrad Laimer
6.3
4
d
Jonathan Tah
7.3
2
d
Dayot Upamecano
7.3
44
d
Josip Stanišić
6.5
M
Aleksandar Pavlovic
43′ Stumbled
6
M
Joshua Kimmich
7.6
M
Luis Diaz
90+3′
M
Jamal Musiala
22′
17
M
Miquel Olise
7.3
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Bayern München progressed to the final of the DFB Pokal with a clinical 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen at the BayArena, with Harry Kane and Luis Diaz securing the favorites’ passage to the trophy.
Bayern Munich dominated this semi-final from start to finish, overwhelming their hosts with superior offensive intent and defensive discipline. Bayer Leverkusen offered limited resistance throughout the 90 minutes, with just one shot on target despite playing at home. The Bavarian giants controlled proceedings with 53% possession and 20 shots in total, showing why they remain the most dangerous team in the competition.
Kane opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, pouncing on a loose ball in the Leverkusen box. The England striker finished clinically to give Bayern an early lead. This goal set the tone for the rest of the first half, with Bayern dictating the game and creating numerous chances.
Leverkusen struggled to generate meaningful attacking opportunities. Mark Flekken, the home goalkeeper, found himself with little to do in the first period. Bayern’s midfield controlled the pace, with Joshua Kimmich and his teammates cutting into Leverkusen’s defensive shape repeatedly.
Edmond Tapsoba received a yellow card in the 38th minute for a strong challenge. Three minutes later, Bayern’s Aleksandar Pavlovic was also booked for a foul. Both teams showed frustration as the half wore on, although Bayern never lost their composure or intensity.
The second half followed a similar pattern. Bayern continued to push forward while Leverkusen remained passive and reactive. Flekken kept his side in the contest with eight impressive saves, denying Bayern several times when a second goal seemed inevitable.
Alejandro Grimaldo was shown a yellow card in the 76th minute as Leverkusen’s frustration mounted. Bayern’s dominance remained complete, with the home side unable to create any clear-cut chances. The match became more and more one-sided as the minutes ticked by.
Luis Díaz secured Bayern’s place in the final in the 90th minute, adding a second goal in stoppage time. The Colombian winger finished from close range after Bayern’s relentless pressure finally broke down a tired Leverkusen defence. This goal ended any lingering doubt about the result.
Bayern’s stats tell the story of their dominance. They registered 11 shots on target compared to Leverkusen’s lone effort. Kane and Diaz led the attacking charge, with both players finding the net. Flekken’s eight saves kept the score respectable for the home side.
Bayern Munich will now go into the DFB Pokal final as heavy favorites to claim the trophy. Bayer Leverkusen’s disappointing performance raises questions about their form heading into the final weeks of the season. The Bavarians showed exactly why they remain Germany’s most formidable force.
