Dramatic 10-Man Triumph: Leverkusen Clinches German Supercup

Bayer Leverkusen, despite being down to 10 men for over half the match, clinched the German Supercup by beating VfB Stuttgart 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. The game saw dramatic moments including late equalizers and key penalties, highlighting Leverkusen's resilience and earning them the title.

In a thrilling German Supercup final, Bayer Leverkusen, reduced to 10 men for more than half the match, managed to overcome VfB Stuttgart 4-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in regular time on Saturday.

Leverkusen, last season's domestic double winners, took an early lead through Edmond Tapsoba's headers, but Stuttgart's Enzo Millot quickly equalized. The turning point came when Martin Terrier was red-carded in the 37th minute, putting Leverkusen at a numerical disadvantage.

Despite the setback, Leverkusen demonstrated their 'Neverlusen' spirit with Patrik Schick equalizing late in the game, pushing the match to penalties. Leverkusen kept their calm and converted all four spot-kicks, while Stuttgart's Silas missed the decisive penalty, securing a memorable victory for Leverkusen.

(With inputs from agencies.)