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Bayern Munich Win German Supercup vs Dortmund

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ESPN News Services Aug 22, 2026, 04:30 PM ET Bayern Munich laid down a clear marker for the new season as they beat Klassiker rivals Borussia Dortmund 2-1 to win the German Supercup at [ADDRESS].

[PERSON_NAME], who made a significant big-money summer move from Eintracht Frankfurt, broke the deadlock in the 28th minute when he swept in a precise cross from a teammate. [ADDRESS] forward [PERSON_NAME] clipped home a crucial second goal in first-half stoppage time to firmly put the Bundesliga champions in control.

[PERSON_NAME] pulled a consolation goal back for [ADDRESS] with 15 minutes remaining before an opponent was shown a late red card for a rash tackle. Bayern successfully weathered a heavy spell of pressure from the home side, with [PERSON_NAME] narrowly firing wide, to confidently pick up what they hope will be the first trophy of another highly successful campaign.

[PERSON_NAME] side will officially begin the defense of their Bundesliga title at home to Vf B Stuttgart on Friday, while [ADDRESS] host [ADDRESS] the following day. [ADDRESS] winger [PERSON_NAME] notably missed the match as he continued his careful recovery after a change in his medication for a neurological condition saw him twice collapse during Bayern's preseason friendlies.