LIVE: Neuer’s save denies Karetsas as Dortmund surge in Supercup

LIVE: In the German Supercup at Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich opened the season against the hosts while Vincent Kompany began his third year as Bayern coach. A furious Dortmund surge in the second half saw Kos Karetsas break through, but Manuel Neuer made a spectacular save to keep the equaliser out.

Bayern Munich opened the German season with the Supercup at Borussia Dortmund. The first half started slowly but Bayern held 70 percent possession in the opening phase. A first chance emerged midway when Julian Diaz tried a shot from distance. Nathaniel Brown later gave Bayern the opening goal, putting the visitors ahead.

Bayern take a 2‑0 lead

Brown’s strike sparked confidence for the Bayern side. Olise doubled the lead before the break with an overhead finish past Marc Kobel. A goal from Bensebaini was ruled out for off‑side. At the interval Bayern Munich led 2‑0.

Neuer’s decisive intervention

Start of the second half saw Dortmund launch a furious attack. A dangerous corner was cleared, but Kos Karetsas stole the ball from Diaz inside the six‑yard box. Manuel Neuer stayed alert and produced a spectacular save, keeping the equaliser out. The ball rolled again into the Signal Iduna Park, prompting a new Dortmund wave.

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Contested moments

Dortmund’s subsequent equaliser was disallowed for off‑side after Bensebaini’s header. Bayern continued to dominate possession and chances. Diaz attempted another long‑range effort, forcing Kobel to stretch and clear the ball into a corner. The question remains how long Dortmund can hold off a second Bayern goal.

Side stories

From the 55th minute Kobel punched away a cross, and Swedish defender Alexander Svensson collected the ball on the toe, though his shot sailed over. Joshua Kimmich struck from distance, then approached the referee to demand a penalty after a perceived handball, but the official ruled no foul. New Germany national team coach Jürgen Klopp watched from the stands, eyeing potential call‑ups. Photographs of the action were supplied by AP.

Kompany eyes first trophy

Vincent Kompany, now in his third year as Bayern coach, is looking for his first trophy of the season. The live narrative asks whether Dortmund can respond or if Kompany will claim the Supercup. Can Dortmund find a second goal before the final whistle?