Luis Díaz delivered a stunning late goal on Saturday, february 3, 2024, rescuing Bayern Munich from a first defeat of the season and securing a 1-1 draw against Union Berlin at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei in Köpenick.The Colombian international’s 90+5-minute equalizer maintained Bayern’s unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga and preserved their lead at the top of the table.
The result is significant as it prevents Union Berlin from gaining crucial points in their fight against relegation, while together ensuring Bayern maintains its position as league leaders. This draw underscores the competitive intensity of the bundesliga season, where even dominant teams like Bayern face stern tests, and highlights Díaz’s growing importance too the Bavarian squad. The match was part of the 22nd matchday of the 2023/2024 Bundesliga season.
Union Berlin took the lead in the 63rd minute through a goal by Mikkel Kaufmann, capitalizing on a Bayern defensive lapse. Despite sustained pressure, Bayern struggled to break down Union’s resolute defense for much of the second half.
Díaz’s dramatic intervention came in the dying moments of the game. Receiving the ball on the left wing, he cut inside and unleashed a powerful, curling shot that left Union Berlin goalkeeper Frederik Rønnow with no chance. The goal was Díaz’s fifth of the season in the Bundesliga, further cementing his status as a key attacking threat for Bayern.
