Bayern Munich eliminated from DFB Pokal as Bayer Leverkusen secures 1-0 victory
Bayern Munich was eliminated from the DFB Pokal after losing 1-0 to Bayer Leverkusen. The defeat marks Bayern's first loss this season and ends their hopes of defending their cup title. Bayern played with 10 men after goalkeeper Manuel Neuer received a red card in the 17th minute. Nathan Tella scored the only goal for Leverkusen in the second half, securing their place in the quarter-finals. Both teams were missing key strikers, with Bayern's Harry Kane sidelined due to injury. This loss means Bayern has not advanced past the quarter-finals since winning the cup in 2020.