sport">Luuk de Jong participated in Sevilla from the kick-off. The strong forward had an important share in the profit of the Europa League last month. The international scored twice in the Europa League final against Internazionale (3-2), after he had already struck down Manchester United in the semi-final: 2-1. Bayern won the Champions League in August by outsmarting PSG in the final
sport">In the eleventh minute, De Jong immediately showed his worth for Sevilla. The Dutchman put the ball down nicely for Ivan Rakitic. Because Bayern defender David Alaba could not keep his hands away, referee Anthony Taylor correctly whistled for a penalty. It was shot by Lucas Ocampos.
Javier Martinez (center) has made the decision.
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sport">The winner of the Europa League could enjoy the lead for twenty minutes. Then the winner of the Champions League thought the time was right for the equalizer. Leon Goretzka produced it, on instructions from Robert Lewandowski. In the second half, the same Lewandowski seemed to take care of Bayern’s 2-1, but his goal was canceled due to offside.
Substitute De Jong misses a huge chance
sport">In the second half, De Jong quickly left the field. The Dutchman was replaced by Youssef En-Nesyri. En-Nesyri was also the man who just before time got the chance to outwit Bayern goalie Manuel Neuer, but the Moroccan failed in a one-on-one duel. He was also close to scoring in extra time, but this time Neuer and the post stood in the way of success.
sport">The Germans had to wait for the winning goal, which came in the 104th minute. Javier Martinez, the man who will leave Bayern after eight seasons, secured the 2-1 and the next prize in the trophy cabinet of the German superpower.
Quite a few fans allowed in Puskas Arena
sport">UEFA allowed the public for the first time again at the match in the Puskas Arena in the Hungarian capital, albeit to a limited extent. About one third of the stadium, which can accommodate more than 67,000 people, was occupied.
sport">Last year, the Supercup went to Chelsea, which defeated Champions League winner Liverpool via penalties.
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