Harry Kane’s 93rd-minute strike spared Bayern Munich from their first defeat of the season in a pulsating 2–2 draw against Union Berlin on Saturday, bringing an end to the champions’ perfect 16-match winning run in all competitions.
Union’s Danilho Doekhi stunned the visitors with two crucial goals, either side of a breathtaking solo effort from Luis Díaz, but Kane — ever the poacher — ensured Bayern’s unbeaten record stayed intact, netting his 13th Bundesliga goal in just 10 matches.
For Union fans, the disappointment was visible. They had come within touching distance of a historic first victory over Bayern Munich. But for Kane, it was another night of decisive moments. “We fought till the end. That’s the spirit of champions,” the England captain said after the final whistle.
The match at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei started with high intensity, Union pressing hard and showing no fear against the league leaders. They thought they had an early opener, only for the assistant referee’s flag to rule it out for a marginal offside. Persistence paid off in the 27th minute when Doekhi slid home from close range, sending the home supporters into a frenzy.
Bayern, sluggish from their midweek Champions League battle in Paris, found themselves struggling to create clear chances. Then came a flash of brilliance from Díaz. The Colombian winger kept a seemingly lost ball in play, danced past a defender, and smashed home from an impossible angle to level just before half-time.
Union, however, refused to be intimidated. They regained the lead in the 83rd minute through Doekhi again, who pounced on a loose rebound to fire through a crowded box. The stadium erupted as fans sensed an upset. But football’s unpredictability came calling. Deep into stoppage time, a deflected pass found Kane, who calmly slotted home, breaking Union hearts and securing a valuable point for Bayern.
Despite the draw, Bayern remain top of the Bundesliga table, six points clear of their nearest rivals, with RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund both dropping points elsewhere.
Saturday’s result not only halted Bayern’s incredible winning run a record among Europe’s top five leagues — but also exposed signs of fatigue in Vincent Kompany’s side. Still, the manager refused to be disheartened. “We can’t win them all. What matters is the mentality we showed in difficult moments,” Kompany told reporters.
Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund were held 1–1 by Hamburg after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser from Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer, while RB Leipzig suffered a shock 3–1 defeat at Hoffenheim. Bayer Leverkusen, however, cruised past Heidenheim 6–0, with Patrik Schick and Ibrahim Maza both scoring braces.
For Bayern, the focus now shifts to recovery. With European fixtures ahead and the domestic title race heating up, Kane’s consistency continues to be their safety net. “He’s our difference maker,” teammate Joshua Kimmich admitted. “When he’s on the pitch, we always believe there’s still time.”
