From Nostalgia to Glory — FC Bayern Honour Der Kaiser with Emotional Supercup Win
Some nights are not written in the fixture list — they’re etched in eternity.
As I took my place inside the crackling MHP Arena, I knew this was no ordinary match. This was Bayern Munich stepping into destiny, playing for something far greater than silver — they were playing for Franz Beckenbauer, the man whose vision, soul and unrivalled football genius built the very DNA of FC Bayern.
I could feel his presence in every flag, every chant, every tear of the supporters. This was for Der Kaiser.
For someone like me, who has lived and loved FC Bayern for over 18 years, tonight felt like my heart was stitched into that famous red jersey. I couldn’t help but be transported back to my own unforgettable journey — from working on historic FC Bayern initiatives in India, to that spine-tingling moment in 2008 when Oliver Kahn played his farewell match in front of 1,20,000 Indian fans, a true turning point for Indian football. I have been privileged to work with icons like Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Uli Hoeneß, Gerd Müller, Paul Breitner, Oliver Kahn, and many more — all under the guiding philosophy of Franz Beckenbauer. These memories flooded back as emotion washed over me.
Luis Díaz, on his Bayern debut, delivered a story even Hollywood couldn’t script — a beautiful goal, a sparkling impact, and a title-winning strike to immortalise his first steps in Munich colours.
Harry Kane, burning with pride and desire, fought as if driven by Beckenbauer’s spirit himself — desperate to earn his second German trophy for the club he now calls home.
And then there was Manuel Neuer… calm, majestic, eternal. A true Bavarian warrior who reminded us why even time itself bows before him.
Personally, destiny blessed me too — I had the honour of meeting Rudi Völler, sharing what we’re doing for Indo-German football cooperation. A surreal privilege on a night already overflowing with emotion.
And then… the moment.
When FC Bayern lifted the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup high into the Stuttgart sky, my eyes flooded. In that glistening trophy, I didn’t just see victory — I saw memories, my entire Bayern journey, and the everlasting shadow of Franz Beckenbauer — the Emperor who turned Bayern into royalty.
Danke, Der Kaiser.
May this Supercup forever shine as your crown.
Your legacy isn’t over — it’s only just beginning again.