Diaz Shines on Bayern Munich Debut with Goal in German Super Cup Victory
Luis Diaz made an impressive debut for Bayern Munich, scoring a goal to help the Bundesliga champions secure a victory over Stuttgart in the German Super Cup.
Diaz celebrated a successful start to his career in Germany after joining Vincent Kompany's team from Liverpool this summer for £65.5 million on a four-year contract.
The Colombian winger scored in the 77th minute, heading in a cross from Serge Gnabry to double Bayern's lead.
England captain Harry Kane had opened the scoring in the first half, capitalizing on a defensive error to slot the ball into the bottom corner.
Jamie Leweling netted a late goal for Stuttgart in the 93rd minute, but it was merely a consolation as Bayern claimed their first trophy of the season.
Following his goal, Diaz paid homage to his former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota, who tragically lost his life in a car accident in July, by mimicking one of Jota's signature celebrations.
Bayern Munich has now won the season's curtain-raiser a record 11 times, and Kane has secured his second trophy in Germany after winning his first career title last season.
After missing out on the title in 2024 for the first time in 11 years, Bayern, under Kompany's leadership, will begin their title defense against RB Leipzig on August 22.