Bayern Munich clinched the domestic double for the first time in six years following a commanding 3-0 victory over VfB Stuttgart in the German Cup (DFB-Pokal) final. The match, held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, was defined by a clinical hattrick from England captain Harry Kane. This triumph marks Bayern’s 21st German Cup title, further extending their record as the most successful club in the history of the competition.
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Match Overview and Key Moments
The encounter began with significant pressure on the Bavarian side. Despite being favourites, Bayern Munich struggled to find their rhythm during the first half, as Stuttgart maintained a disciplined defensive structure and applied tactical pressure. However, the deadlock was finally broken in the 55th minute. Against the general run of play, Harry Kane capitalised on an opportunity to put Bayern ahead.
As the match progressed into the final stages, Kane doubled the lead in the 80th minute, effectively deflating Stuttgart’s hopes of a comeback. The victory was punctuated in the second minute of injury time when the 32-year-old striker converted a powerful penalty to complete his hattrick.
Statistical Milestones and Records
Harry Kane’s performance in the final has cemented his place in German football history. He became only the third player ever to score in every single round of the German Cup, including the final. His goal-scoring prowess this season has been historic; across 51 appearances in all competitions, Kane has amassed a total of 61 goals.
This victory is particularly significant as it represents Bayern’s first German Cup trophy since 2020. The club now holds 21 titles, a figure that dwarfs any other German club, as no other team has managed to win the trophy more than six times.
Bayern Munich: Season Statistics and Cup History
| Category | Record / Detail |
| Total German Cup Titles | 21 |
| Last German Cup Win | 2020 |
| Domestic Doubles Achieved | 2023/24 (First in 6 years) |
| Harry Kane Season Goals | 61 (in 51 matches) |
| Harry Kane Age | 32 |
| Opponent in Final | VfB Stuttgart |
| Final Score | 3-0 |
Context of the Season
Although Bayern Munich secured the domestic double, the season was not without its disappointments. The club’s aspirations for a continental treble were halted in the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League, where they were eliminated by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Despite the European exit, the club responded by maintaining their dominance within the Bundesliga and reclaiming the DFB-Pokal.
For Harry Kane, this hattrick serves as a vital momentum builder as he prepares to lead the England national team in the upcoming World Cup. Having carried his prolific form from the final round of the Bundesliga into the cup final, the striker concludes the domestic campaign as the focal point of Bayern’s success. The celebrations in Berlin underscored the significance of returning to the pinnacle of German knockout football after a four-year hiatus.