Bayern 3-0 Stuttgart Player Ratings: Harry Kane 10/10 Hat-Trick Seals Bayern Munich DFB-Pokal Glory as Stuttgart Crushed in Berlin Final

Stuttgart were the better side for large parts of a goalless first half, Mittelstadt catching the side-netting, Fuhrich forcing a Laimer deflection, and the Swabians generating an xG of 0.32 against Bayern's 0.14 in what was a genuinely competitive opening 45 minutes that suggested the Bundesliga champions would need to find something special after the break to lift a record-extending 25th DFB-Pokal.
Kane provided that something special, and then some. Kimmich's quick free-kick released Olise in space, and the winger's perfectly weighted cross to the six-yard box was met by Kane's diving header in the 55th minute, breaking Stuttgart's resistance at precisely the moment their first-half confidence threatened to carry into the second period. The goal immediately shifted the psychological balance of the entire final.
Stuttgart had their moments, Andres' near-post header going agonisingly wide in the 75th minute, but Bayern Munich responded with the clinical authority of champions. Kane's composed low finish in the 80th minute doubled the advantage after rolling Andres with effortless grace, before Olise's driving run earned a late penalty that the England captain dispatched past Nubel, who guessed correctly but couldn't stop the power to complete a match-winning hat-trick and seal one of the most complete individual final performances in DFB-Pokal history.

Key Takeaways

• Kane's hat-trick was one of the finest individual cup final performances in German football history, his diving header, composed low finish, and ice-cold penalty combining three completely different qualities of goalscoring in a display that underlined exactly why the England captain remains one of the most complete and dangerous strikers in world football, regardless of the competition or the occasion.
• Bayern's ability to absorb Stuttgart's genuinely impressive first-half pressure, the Swabians leading the xG battle 0.32 to 0.14 at half-time, and then produce three goals of devastating clinical quality in the second half demonstrated the composure and tactical intelligence that separates genuine elite sides from talented pretenders in the most pressurised of cup final environments.
• Kimmich's quick thinking from the free-kick that created Kane's opener was the decisive tactical moment of the entire match, catching Stuttgart's defence disorganised at the exact moment they appeared to be maintaining their competitive shape, and proving that the finest cup final goals often arrive from moments of intelligence and creativity rather than individual power alone.

Bayern Player Ratings vs VfB Stuttgart

Here are the Bayern player ratings vs VfB Stuttgart.

Goalkeeper

Jonas Urbig - 7.0: Didn't have a massive amount to do, which is a credit to his defence. When he was called into action, he was solid, making three saves. From our perspective, he looked composed, and his clean sheet in a DFB Pokal final is something to be proud of. His distribution wasn't perfect, but he commanded his area well enough.

Defenders

Konrad Laimer - 6.5: A very energetic, if slightly chaotic, performance. He was a willing runner down the flank, even getting into a position to miss a big chance. We noticed he was caught out defensively once or twice, but he also made seven ball recoveries, showing his commitment to tracking back. A real mixed bag.

Dayot Upamecano - 7.5: This was a commanding display from the big center-back. He won the majority of his aerial battles and made six crucial clearances. He was a rock. Yes, he lost possession 10 times, which is a bit high, but defensively, he was almost flawless and snuffed out danger repeatedly.

Jonathan Tah - 7.0: The calmer, more composed partner to Upamecano's aggression. His 91% pass accuracy highlights his comfort on the ball, building attacks from the back. He was positionally sound, made a key interception, and didn't really put a foot wrong all game. A quiet but very effective evening.

Josip Stanisic - 6.5: A steady, reliable performance without being spectacular. He did his defensive duties diligently, recovering the ball six times. He even ventured forward to test the keeper once. Didn't offer a huge amount going forward, but you always felt he had his side locked down.

Midfielders

Joshua Kimmich - 7.5: The captain ran the show from the middle of the park. He was the metronome, with a stellar 93% pass accuracy, dictating the pace of the game. What stood out to us were his three interceptions, breaking up VfB Stuttgart's play before it could even start. A true captain's performance.

Aleksandar Pavlovic - 7.0: A very impressive and mature showing from the young midfielder. He was so tidy in possession, rarely giving it away. He kept things simple and effective, winning most of his duels and showing a composure beyond his years. A great performance before his late substitution.

Jamal Musiala - 6.0: A frustratingly quiet game for a player of his immense talent. We were honestly expecting him to be a key figure, but he just couldn't get into it. He was dispossessed five times and seemed to struggle to find space against a compact defense in the first half. A rare off day.

Forwards

Michael Olise - 6.0: He was a livewire, but a frustrating one. The fact he drew five fouls shows that VfB Stuttgart were scared of him. However, losing possession 20 times is just too much. His end product was missing, and it felt like he was trying a bit too hard.

Harry Kane - 10.0: What more can you say? A perfect 10. A hat-trick in a cup final is the stuff of legends. He was clinical, ruthless, and the single biggest reason FC Bayern Munich won this match. Every time he got a sniff of the goal, you expected the net to bulge. The highest-rated player on the pitch and an undisputed Man of the Match.

Luis Díaz - 6.5: He gets an assist, which boosts his rating significantly. But his overall performance was a bit of a mess. He lost possession a staggering 19 times. His energy and drive are undeniable, and he made things happen, but his decision-making was often questionable. A chaotic but ultimately effective outing.

Substitutes

Lennart Karl - N/A: Came on too late to make an impact.

Leon Goretzka - N/A: A 90th-minute sub to see out the game.

Manager

V. Kompany - 8.0: His plan worked to perfection. The team stayed patient in a tight first half and then exploded in the second. He clearly unleashed his players after the break and they responded brilliantly. He deserves immense credit for masterminding this DFB Pokal victory.

Stuttgart Player Ratings vs Bayern Munich

Check out the Stuttgart player ratings vs Bayern Munich.

Goalkeeper

Alexander Nübel - 5.0: A horrible night for the goalkeeper against his parent club. He couldn't do much about Kane's world-class finishing, but his distribution was abysmal. A 19% pass accuracy is shocking for a top-level keeper and it constantly invited pressure. A night to forget.

Defenders

Luca Jaquez - 5.5: He really struggled against the pace and movement of Bayern's attack. While he was active, making seven tackles, he only actually won one of them. He was hooked just after the hour mark after a difficult time.

Jeff Chabot - 5.5: He battled hard and won a decent number of duels, but was part of a defence that was torn apart in the second half. He looked overwhelmed by the sheer quality of Kane. Picked up a deserved yellow card for a clumsy challenge.

Ramon Hendriks - 5.0: It's tough to rate any defender highly when they concede three. He made three successful tackles but, like his partners, was chasing shadows for most of the second half. The defensive unit as a whole just collapsed under the pressure.

Midfielders

Jamie Leweling - 6.0: One of the few VfB Stuttgart players who tried to be positive. He had some success dribbling at his man but his final product was poor. Losing the ball 12 times and completing just one cross from four attempts sums up his frustrating evening.

Angelo Stiller - 4.5: A really poor performance. From our perspective, he was completely overrun in midfield. He gave away a penalty and his passing was inaccurate. He just couldn't get a foothold in the game and was a passenger for large spells.

Chema Andrés - 6.0: He was busy and tried to disrupt Bayern's rhythm with three interceptions and a couple of tackles. He worked hard, but the quality gap in midfield was just too apparent. Was subbed off as his influence waned.

Maximilian Mittelstädt - 7.0: The clear standout performer for VfB Stuttgart. It felt like he was fighting a one-man battle at times. He won an incredible 11 duels and made a stunning eight tackles. He was a constant threat and deserves huge credit for his performance in a heavy defeat.

Forwards

Chris Führich - 5.5: He created a couple of chances but was largely anonymous. He got a yellow card, likely born from frustration at being unable to influence the game. Another attacker who was starved of service and well-marshalled by the Bayern defence.

Deniz Undav - 6.0: The captain had a thankless task leading the line. He was isolated and battled for scraps, losing most of his aerial duels. He tried to link play but was just surrounded by red shirts every time he got the ball. A tough assignment.

Ermedin Demirovic - 5.0: A ghost. He was on the pitch for 84 minutes but only had 23 touches. That tells the entire story. He was completely marked out of the game and offered absolutely nothing as an attacking threat. A very disappointing showing.

Substitutes

Finn Jeltsch - N/A: Not enough time to rate.

Bilal El Khannouss - N/A: Not enough time to rate.

Tiago Tomas - N/A: Not enough time to rate.

Nikolas Nartey - N/A: Not enough time to rate.

Manager

S. Hoeneß - 5.0: His team were competitive for 45 minutes, but they completely fell apart after conceding the first goal. He had no answer to Bayern's second-half surge and his substitutions made no impact. A difficult day at the office for the VfB Stuttgart boss in this DFB Pokal final.

Man of the Match

Harry Kane was the man of the match.

Worst Performer

Angelo Stiller was the worst performer.