Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has weighed in on the race for the Ballon d'Or, choosing between two of the club's most prolific stars. While acknowledging the incredible impact of summer signing Michael Olise, the club chief insisted that Harry Kane remains his primary candidate for football’s most prestigious individual honour.
Joshua Kimmich has hit back at suggestions that his time as an undisputed starter for the German national team is coming to an end. The Bayern Munich veteran spoke out following intense public scrutiny regarding his tactical fit under new head coach Jurgen Klopp during the international break.
Vincent Kompany described Bayern Munich's 2-2 draw with Augsburg as an emotional rollercoaster after his side had four goals disallowed. Despite generating 29 shots and hitting the woodwork twice, the champions were forced to settle for a point.
Augsburg head coach Manuel Baum expressed immense pride in his squad's collective effort after holding Bayern Munich to a 2-2 draw. Baum praised his players for executing a high-intensity game plan at a sold-out WWK Arena.
Manuel Neuer took responsibility for a silly mistake that led to the earliest goal in Bundesliga history against Augsburg. The veteran goalkeeper took a heavy touch within nine seconds, allowing Robin Fellhauer to score into an empty net.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has hit out at Manuel Neuer’s decision-making after the veteran goalkeeper’s early blunder cost his side in a dramatic 2-2 draw against Augsburg. The mistake allowed the hosts to score the fastest goal in the history of the Bundesliga, leaving the German giants frustrated in their pursuit of the top spot.