At a time when there was no reason for teams to rise from the dead, Bayern Munich did.
I agree.
A very choppy shot was boosted by Harry Kane’s goal (shocking!) and Manuel Neuer’s individual flair gave Bayern a 2-1 victory over RB Leipzig. Let’s look at the nitty-gritty of how this happened:
- As always, let’s start with the lineup.
- Considering the injury situation, there wasn’t much of a surprise about Thomas Tuchel’s eleven. The only shocking thing was Eric Dier for Kim Min-jae, but in reality, it shouldn’t have raised any eyebrows. Min-jae has been running on fumes for weeks. The South Korean needed a break and Tuchel decided time was up (admittedly, that was questionable given RB Leipzig’s pace).
- If you’re wondering how the Bayern Munich ultras (still) feel about RB Leipzig, not much has changed.
- It wasn’t a good start for Bayern Munich. This is clearly a team that needs to end the player-coach relationship quickly. It would be a mistake to keep Tuchel. Some of the players he relies on (particularly Leroy Sane) look like empty shells of themselves. No matter what the end result is, I feel this group has enough talent to come together under a new coach. Sure, nothing might happen, but why not at least give it a chance?
- Bayern Munich didn’t start too well, but they were completely disjointed and lacked an idea of how to attack RB Leipzig.
- Leroy Sane has had so many good results, but now he is ready. His touch and reliance on using only his left foot regularly kills him. The first half was terrible for Sane, with him showing his worst traits (bad body language, obvious signs of frustration, occasional lack of concentration and awareness).
- Jamal Musiala also appears to need a long break. He won’t be the same player in 2022.
- Harry Kane attempted a bicycle kick in the 42nd minute but was unable to convert it. Those were the highlights of the first half.
- Leon Goretzka had a solid effort in this match as did Rafael Guerreiro. Right-back Joshua Kimmich, on the other hand, looked a bit rusty (something German national team coach Julian Nagelsmann should keep an eye on).
- Goretzka and Aleksandar Pavlovich worked really well together.
- Finally, in the 56th minute, Xaver Schlager kicked the ball off Musiala’s legs and broke through for Kane, who fired from a tough angle to take a 1-0 lead. Some sites credited Musiala with the assist, but it appears he actually lost the ball.
- It was a very soft yellow card given to Matthijs de Ligt in the 59th minute. De Ligt was solid on this day. Now, the Dutchman will miss next weekend’s game against SC Freiburg.
- Manuel Neuer made a great save from Thomas Muller’s goal in the 61st minute, but a horribly erroneous cross-field pass from the veteran was picked off and eventually found by Benjamin Šeško. Neuer did a great job stopping Šeško’s shot. The young Slovenian will be dreaming of that scoring opportunity.
- Šeško had another chance in the 64th minute, but could not convert it. What a nightmarish series of events for young people.
- However, Šeshko finally got on the scoreboard when he took a shot towards goal, but the shot was deflected by Goretzka, making the game 1-1. The chance was created by poor positioning of Conrad Reimer, who initially started at right-back, but Eric Dier was caught in the middle deciding who to cover.
- But Kane won again…and in overtime! Dier sent the ball up the top left to Eric Maxime Choupo-Moting (which initially appeared to be slightly offside) / Choupo-Moting took a deft touch and passed it to Kane, who made it 2-1. We won! It’s worth noting that it was great for Dier to put the ball into Choupo-Moting to provoke the decisive play.
- Overall, it wasn’t enough, but at least it was a step in the right direction. Bayern Munich showed heart and fight. It may sound strange to say this, but overall Bayern Munich weren’t completely bad, but they weren’t that good either. It was a strange game, as it often is under lame duck coaches. It’s likely that Tuchel didn’t prevent his team from winning, but the team doesn’t seem to be playing the Bayern Munich football we’re all used to under him. Hopefully something will change soon.
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Former Bayern Munich star Robert Lewandowski could leave the club FC Barcelona:
There is little doubt that Robert Lewandowski has struggled for form this season, but there are signs that he is regaining the form he showed when he joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2022.
According to a report in The Athletic, Barcelona are willing to sell Lewandowski, provided they receive a favorable offer for the 35-year-old. Saudi Arabia has shown interest over the past 12 months, and these are the steps Catalonia could explore as it seeks to ease its financial woes.
But the power in this situation is in Lewandowski’s hands. He has at least a contract left until 2025 (with the possibility of an additional year extension) and has no interest in leaving Barcelona at this point, which would put an end to any chances of him being sold. become.
former USMNT American football player and talent Taylor Twellman has speculated that Lewandowski and Antoine Griezmann could head to MLS after the Euros. daily mail):
Manager Taylor Twellman insists MLS could welcome some huge new stars this summer, with Robert Lewandowski and Antoine Griezmann mentioned as potential additions after the Euros. Stated. Copa America.
With the US-hosted Copa America ending on July 14, all eyes will be on the country’s soccer scene, but Twellman believes MLS is in a position to seize the opportunity.
“I’m more intrigued than ever. After the Euros, after the Copa America, in the summer of 2024, there will be names that many people right now think I’m completely out of.” I think it will become a hot topic.” My heart [for saying]” an MLS Season Pass on Apple TV analyst exclusively told Mail Sport. “And I don’t know if it’s coming July 15th.”
‘Well, let’s just say [Robert] Lewandowski and Antoine Griezmann are coming to Major League Soccer this summer. They don’t come to Miami.What will Atlanta do? If Atlanta moves Thiago Almada [away] Even after paying over 25 million yen, they won’t shut up, they’re going to bring in someone else.
Twellman also mentioned other clubs that could be in action this summer, including the Los Angeles Galaxy, Seattle Sounders, Portland Timbers, New York City FC, Orlando City and Charlotte FC. Ta.
What we do know about Lewandowski and Griezmann is that both have made their preferences clear about playing in America in the past. Griezmann frequently travels to New York for NBA games, and Lewandowski has talked at one point about living in Los Angeles.
If I have to write another one of these, damn it, I’ll do it! From Levy to Chester, Pennsylvania…try it!
Speaking of Barca, the Catalans are not going to offer anyone a reduced fee if Frenkie de Jong is part of the roster purge.
Barcelona recently received a bid of 70 million euros from Frenkie de Jong, but have declared that they will not sell him for less than 100 million euros. tottenham.De Jong is also a historical target. Manchester United.
If there’s one thing I can say about Bayern Munich’s season this season…it hasn’t been boring.
The team is at a precipice crossroads (thank you, Little Carmine, for sharing my favorite malapropism).
Here’s what’s in store for you in this episode:
- Let’s take a closer look at why keeping Thomas Tuchel as manager was a terrible decision.
- Xabi Alonso, Hansi Flick, Sebastian Hoeness or Zinedine Zidane? Who did you get?
- With clubs keeping an eye on the futures of Joshua Kimmich, Leroy Sane, Leon Goretzka and Serge Gnabry, what will happen to the quartet of players once thought to be the heart of the next generation?
- Should Bayern Munich flip the script and start planning for Florian Wirths?
- Final thoughts on the mess that happened true detective – why curb your enthusiasm I’m glad I was able to go back to my roots.
Former Bayern Munich prospect Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is almost certain to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer:
Tottenham do not expect Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to remain at the club next season, sources have told Football Insider.The club were open to the midfielder leaving last summer and in January this year. Transfer periodBut they wanted a permanent exit, not a loan.
Now Football Insider has learned that a move in the next transfer window is very likely due to strong interest from Serie A clubs. A source familiar with his situation said he “will not be at Tottenham next season”. The Lilywhites are thought to value Hojbjerg, whose current contract expires at the end of next season, at between £15m and £18m.
Football Insider revealed Hojbjerg’s move to the Italian giants last month (January 8). juventus They rebelled against Spurs’ demand for loan fees and went bankrupt.
Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae recently took time to talk about what it’s like to play with Manuel Neuer.
“He always pushes us and gives us clear instructions. I listen to him carefully. For me personally and for the team, it’s good to have him back on the pitch. Neuer is a player I’ve been watching since I was a kid, and he’s unbelievably better than I expected,” Minje said.
Napoli star Victor Osimhen is said to be considering a move Arsenal FC:
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen could be considering joining Arsenal at the end of the season, with the Nigeria international said to believe he can improve under Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.
Bayern Munich will aim to get back to form this weekend against RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena, but it won’t be easy.
RB Leipzig are not necessarily in the best form overall, but are coming off a win against Borussia Mönchengladbach, while Bayern are reeling from three consecutive defeats.
Further complicating matters, there are major issues between some Bayern Munich players and manager Thomas Tuchel. Furthermore, Tuchel and the club announced that they would part ways at the end of the season.
Will he make it that far?result for Die Roten Bullen It can be of great help in determining that. Here’s what’s in store for you in this episode:
- Let’s take a look at each team’s standings.
- Some talk about what’s going on with their respective teams’ recent form.
- Tuchel’s lineup predictions.
- Predictions for the match.
Rio Ferdinand has been talking a lot lately, and one of the topics he brought up recently was Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala.
Ferdinand expected Musiala to win the Ballon d’Or, so it’s safe to say he likes the German international.
“I love Musiala,” Ferdinand told TNT Sports. “We talk about him a lot. I don’t know where his ceiling is. It’s nice to see his teammates commenting on how hard-working he is and how professional he is. (Leon) Goretzka says he may be the best player Germany has ever had.
“The way he moves, the way he skates with the ball. If he fulfills his potential, he could win the Ballon d’Or at some point in his career.”
Ah…there’s a catch. Musiala still has limitless talent, but she has hit a wall in her growth. The youngster may be playing in a position that is not optimal for him. Musiala, who has primarily been used as an attacking midfielder over the past two seasons, continues to find his greatest success when operating as a winger.
newcastle united, Chelsea FCAnd Manchester United could be ready to make a move for Lille attacker Jonathan David.
Newcastle United will compete with Chelsea and Manchester United for the signing of Lille forward Jonathan David.
Bayern Munich hold a buy option for Bologna striker Joshua Zirksee, but Bayern are unlikely to activate it given the cost, which is reported to be around 40 million euros.
Bayern Munich are unlikely to trigger the €40 million buy-back clause in Bologna striker Joshua Zirksee’s contract.
