Late Drama in Berlin: Kane’s stoppage-time equalizer caps Bayern-Union clash
9 November 2025
Match recap: Bayern rescue a point in Berlin
Bayern Munich staged a late comeback to draw 2-2 away to Union Berlin on Saturday in the Bundesliga, after trailing twice, with Harry Kane scoring a stoppage-time equalizer.
Despite their best efforts, Bayern faced a stern Union Berlin performance, with set pieces proving a constant threat.
Coach Vincent Kompany offered a candid assessment: “We didn't do enough in the first half; we were one or two steps behind and lost the second ball several times.”
He added that Union's set pieces were dangerous and that from the 30th minute onwards the game was not outstanding, but the opponent did many things right.
“We knew set pieces were Union’s strength; overall it was a hard game, and the second-half display showed some positives … Leipzig lost, and the way we recovered to level was part of the season,” Kompany explained.
When asked about Manuel Neuer's error on the first goal, he replied: “What do you want me to say? It’s a team game … there are many moments and sequences that lead to a goal.”
On Luis Diaz’s brilliant moment and Kane’s late impact, he noted: “The quality we have in this squad is what we need to reach our targets this season … Diaz produced three goals this week, which is great for him.”
Key quotes and moments
Harry Kane, Bayern forward, commented: “It was a tough game, we expected a battle and a lot of long balls … many decisions went against us today, it wasn’t our best night, but we stayed focused and earned a point.”
“The way we came back shows the spirit and resolve in this squad… it’s a shame to head into the international break on a draw, but we can take the momentum from this result.”
Manuel Neuer, Bayern captain, said: “In the end it’s a good point … we’re now six points clear at the top. We struggled at defending set pieces today, Union did well in that area.”
“I made a wrong decision on the first goal, and we lost the second ball … today was tough against this side, especially after Wednesday’s Champions League match, but we believe we’ll get back to winning ways.”
Christoph Freund, Bayern’s sporting director, added: “Considering how the match unfolded, it’s a point earned. We knew it would be tough with many duels and set pieces … we couldn’t find our rhythm in the first half.”
Steffen Baumgart, Union Berlin coach, admitted: “Of course we’re disappointed to have conceded a late goal … but overall it was a wonderful Bundesliga game between two teams desperate to win. In aggregate, there’s a touch of sadness and happiness.”
Punchline 1: If football were a tailoring shop, Bayern would always leave with a longer sleeve than its shirt. Punchline 2: The ball spins, the fans cheer, and the coach’s mic stays on—welcome to a Bundesliga classic.
