Overview
- Mario Basler said of Karl's display that "da kam gar nichts" and insisted age should not temper expectations.
- Karl made his first Bundesliga start, set up Harry Kane's opener for 1:0, and was substituted in the 62nd minute.
- Bayern sporting director Max Eberl praised the youngster's effort and highlighted the assist as a positive takeaway.
- Defender Jonathan Tah urged Karl to keep trusting his game and not overthink setbacks after the debut.
- Basler also condemned Union coach Steffen Baumgart's on‑camera middle finger and called for a multi‑match ban, with formal review reported but no sanction announced.