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Bayern's Pokal Drought: A Cup Final Showdown
13 May
Summary
- Bayern seeks to end a nearly six-year DFB-Pokal drought in the 2025/26 final.
- Reigning champions Stuttgart aim to defend their title against Bayern.
- Both teams' sporting directors express respect for their opponent.
Bayern Munich is determined to end a nearly six-year wait for DFB-Pokal glory as they prepare to face reigning champions VfB Stuttgart in the 2025/26 final. This match presents a crucial opportunity for the Bavarians to overcome a period of repeated cup competition disappointment.
Sporting director Christoph Freund emphasized the team's ambition, stating, "Now we're there and we want to take the trophy home." He acknowledged the difficulty of facing Stuttgart, who won the previous season's Pokal against Arminia Bielefeld, marking their first triumph in 28 years and sparking massive fan celebrations.
Stuttgart's leadership, including sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth and captain Atakan Karazor, acknowledge Bayern as the favorites but remain hopeful. They aim to replicate last season's success, viewing themselves as underdogs ready to challenge the dominant German club and potentially repeat their "magical night."
