Bayern Munich’s remarkable winning streak at the start of the 2025/26 season came to an end in dramatic fashion, as Harry Kane’s late header salvaged a 2-2 draw against Union Berlin in Saturday’s Bundesliga clash. The Bavarian giants had won 16 consecutive games across all competitions, marking the best start to a season by any men’s team in Europe’s top five leagues. However, the draw prevented Bayern from equaling their own club record for consecutive wins at the beginning of a Bundesliga campaign.

Union Berlin Shocks Bayern Early

The match took a surprising turn when Danilho Doekhi capitalized on a corner, slipping the ball under Manuel Neuer to give Union Berlin an early lead. This marked the first time Bayern had conceded in the first half or trailed in a match this season. Despite this setback, the German champions quickly regrouped, showcasing their attacking prowess.

Diaz’s Spectacular Strike Levels the Score

Bayern responded with flair through Diaz, who scored his third goal in two games in breathtaking fashion. A precise slide-rule pass from Josip Stanisic seemed destined to go out, but Diaz expertly kept the ball in play on the byline. With a deft touch to evade a defender, he unleashed a thunderous effort into the near post from a tight angle, proving why he is one of Bayern’s most lethal attacking options this season.

Kane’s Redemption in Injury Time

Harry Kane endured an unusual quiet afternoon, highlighted when he accidentally headed a Union free-kick directly to Doekhi, resulting in Union regaining a lead. However, the England captain redeemed himself in the 93rd minute, converting a pinpoint cross from Tom Bischof to score his 13th Bundesliga goal of the season, ensuring Bayern walked away with a valuable point.

Player of the Match

• Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) – Average rating: 9.00

Other standout performers included:

• Danilho Doekhi (Union Berlin) – 7.14
• A. Kemlein (Union Berlin) – 7.00
• T. Rothe (Union Berlin) – 6.00
• Jeong Woo-Yeong (Bayern Munich) – 6.00

These ratings reflect the contributions of both squads in a thrilling encounter that tested Bayern’s resilience.

What’s Next for Bayern and Union Berlin?

After the international break, Bayern Munich will host Freiburg on Saturday, 22 November (14:30 GMT), while Union Berlin travels to Hamburg to face St. Pauli on Sunday, 23 November (16:30 GMT). Both teams will look to build momentum as the Bundesliga enters a critical phase of the season.