Bayern Munich Secures Narrow 3-2 German Cup Win Over Wehen Wiesbaden

Bayern Munich narrowly overcame third-division side Wehen Wiesbaden in a tense first-round match of the DFB-Pokal, winning 3-2 thanks to a stoppage-time winning header from striker Harry Kane. Despite taking an early two-goal lead with Kane scoring a penalty and teammate Michael Olise adding a second, Bayern's defense faltered, allowing Wiesbaden's captain Fatih Kaya to score twice and level the game. Kane missed a second penalty and had a follow-up header saved, but ultimately redeemed himself with the late winner, securing Bayern's progression to the second round. The match exposed Bayern's struggles in the cup competition, where they have not advanced beyond the quarterfinals since their 2020 title and have suffered several early exits in recent years. Bayern's buildup play appeared disorganized, with key players like Kane and Kimmich struggling to maintain offensive cohesion, as observed by analysts. Nonetheless, Kane's late heroics reaffirmed his crucial role, extending his scoring streak and helping Bayern avoid a significant upset.