Catarinense playoff Overview

Harry Kane showcased his world-class finishing once again by netting a sensational hat-trick to lead Bayern Munich to DFB-Pokal glory against Stuttgart. The 3-0 victory at the Olympiastadion ensures Vincent Kompany’s side ends the campaign with a domestic double, cementing their dominance in German football. In a match that remained tense for long periods, the England captain's clinical nature proved to be the difference as Bayern secured their 21st cup title.

Jose Mourinho has sparked fresh transfer speculation after being spotted in Berlin for the DFB-Pokal final, with the incoming Real Madrid boss reportedly keeping a close eye on Bayern Munich star Michael Olise. However, the Portuguese tactician has already been met with a firm hands-off warning from the German giants before he has even officially taken the reins at the Bernabeu.

Manuel Neuer's rollercoaster week has taken another dramatic turn as Bayern Munich confirmed the veteran goalkeeper will miss the German Cup final against Stuttgart through injury. The news comes less than 24 hours after the 40-year-old was sensationally named as Germany's first-choice shot-stopper for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

Harry Kane is in no immediate hurry to put pen to paper on a new deal at Bayern Munich despite the Bavarian's eagerness to secure his long-term future, according to the club's president Herbert Hainer. The England captain is enjoying life in Bavaria but is content to wait until after the World Cup to formalise any extension at the Allianz Arena.