Bayern Munich secure 3-2 victory over Freiburg with 99th-minute Karl winner
Seventeen-year-old Karl scored a dramatic 99th-minute winner to secure a thrilling 3-2 Bundesliga victory for Bayern Munich against SC Freiburg on Saturday.
The Bavarian giants were pushed to their absolute limits during a breathless encounter at the Europa-Park Stadion.
With the score locked at 2-2 deep into stoppage time, the young substitute emerged as the unlikely hero for the visitors.
His decisive late strike sparked wild celebrations among the travelling supporters and the coaching staff.
Late drama rescues the visitors
Freiburg had proven to be stubborn opposition throughout the contest, matching their illustrious opponents blow for blow.
The hosts capitalised on defensive frailties to stay in the game, threatening to take a valuable point from the German heavyweights.
However, the introduction of the teenage prospect changed the dynamic of the dying moments entirely.
Karl showed remarkable composure for a player of his age to find the back of the net when the pressure was at its peak.
Vital points in the title race
This hard-fought triumph ensures the Munich outfit maintain their momentum in a fiercely competitive Bundesliga campaign.
Dropping points in the Black Forest would have been a significant blow to their domestic ambitions this season.
Instead, the dramatic climax serves as a testament to the enduring resilience embedded within the squad.
The talented academy product will undoubtedly remember his historic contribution to this crucial fixture for the rest of his career.
