Kane's Penalty Shock! Wolfsburg's Dark Arts Trip Bayern Star

Kane's Penalty Shock! Wolfsburg's Dark Arts Trip Bayern Star

Ahmad Fauzi
Ahmad Fauzi
Published: May 10, 2026

Harry Kane’s incredible clinical streak from 12 yards in the Bundesliga finally came to an end on Saturday, but the England captain appears to have been the victim of some blatant "dark arts". The Bayern Munich striker uncharacteristically dragged his effort wide against Wolfsburg, marking his first miss in the German top-flight since his arrival in 2023.

Controversy Erupts: The Scuff Heard 'Round the League

Wolfsburg's Sly Move on the Spot

The drama unfolded as Kane prepared to take a spot-kick, awarded after Konstantinos Koulierakis fouled Michael Olise. Cameras clearly captured Wolfsburg's young defender, Jeanuel Belocian, subtly tampering with the penalty spot.

While the referee's attention was diverted by other Bayern players, the 21-year-old was seen using his studs to scuff the turf around the crucial area. This act of alleged gamesmanship quickly drew widespread criticism from fans and pundits alike.

Kane's Uncharacteristic Miss

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