Bayern Munich defeated Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 in the DFB-Pokal semifinal, showcasing their dominance. Bayer's coach, Kasper Hjulmand, acknowledged Bayern's superior performance and pressure throughout the match.
Key points
Bayern Munich won 2-0 against Bayer Leverkusen
The match was a DFB-Pokal semifinal
Kasper Hjulmand praised Bayern's performance
Bayern Munich aims to win multiple trophies this year
Bayer Leverkusen's coach admitted to handling errors
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22 April 2026, North Rhine-Westphalia, Leverkusen: Soccer, Men: DFB Cup, Bayer Leverkusen - Bayern Munich, semi-final, BayArena, Coach Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich) and Coach Kasper Hjulmand (Bayer Leverkusen) greet each other before the match. IMPORTANT NOTE: In accordance with the regulations of the DFL German Football League and the DFB German Football Association, it is prohibited to use or have used photographs taken in the stadium and/or of the match in the form of sequential images and/or video-like photo series. Photo: Federico Gambarini/dpa (Photo by Federico Gambarini/picture alliance via Getty Images)
22 April 2026, North Rhine-Westphalia, Leverkusen: Soccer, Men: DFB Cup, Bayer Leverkusen - Bayern Munich, semi-final, BayArena, Coach Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich) and Coach Kasper Hjulmand (Bayer Leverkusen) greet each other before the match. IMPORTANT NOTE: In accordance with the regulations of the DFL German Football League and the DFB German Football Association, it is prohibited to use or have used photographs taken in the stadium and/or of the match in the form of sequential images and/or video-like photo series. Photo: Federico Gambarini/dpa (Photo by Federico Gambarini/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Bayern Munich put up a strong performance to win 2-0 against Bayer Leverkusen in the semifinal of the DFB-Pokal. The Bavarians, who haven’t been in the final since 2020, have gone all in this year, in their attempt to win as many trophies as possible. Needless to say, they have not faltered anywhere in their pursuits. It is evident that this particular set of Bayern is extremely special and a top-class side. No one understands this better than the teams who play against them and their coaches.
One such manager is Kasper Hjulmand, the manager of Bayer Leverkusen. “They’re a top side,” he said, per the club’s official .
“They put us under pressure from the start, and we didn’t find the right way to play against Bayern. That makes it very difficult because they keep coming forward,” he said, explaining the difficulties in playing against Bayern’s high-octane style of football. He also mentioned their skill in 1-v-1 — “a lot is decided in the one-v-one situations in particular, and they were better there.”
“We turned the ball over a few times – there were five or six situations where we didn’t handle the ball well,” he said, admitting to his side’s errors that contributed. “The pressure from Bayern was slightly lower in the second half and we were more in the game. (Goalkeeper) kept us in it. The last 20 minutes were a bit better and closer, but we only had two really good attempts.”
“Of course we want to be play bravely, proactively, but there’s also another team – and today they were very, very strong,” he declared.
Certainly, this is also the same Hjulmand who said he would support Bayern in the UCL. Good going, my man.
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Q&A
What was the score of the DFB-Pokal semifinal between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen?
Bayern Munich won the DFB-Pokal semifinal against Bayer Leverkusen with a score of 2-0.
Who is the coach of Bayer Leverkusen and what did he say about Bayern Munich's performance?
Kasper Hjulmand is the coach of Bayer Leverkusen; he praised Bayern Munich as a top side and noted their effective pressure during the match.
When was the last time Bayern Munich reached the DFB-Pokal final before this match?
Bayern Munich last reached the DFB-Pokal final in 2020.
What were the key factors in Bayer Leverkusen's loss to Bayern Munich?
Bayer Leverkusen struggled with ball handling and faced significant pressure from Bayern, which contributed to their defeat.
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