FC Bayern are chasing every scoring record, but have recently looked vulnerable at the back. Against Union Berlin, the Munich side kept a clean sheet for the first time in a long while.
A player on loan from FC Bayern is hoping for a second chance in Munich. An opposing manager is impressed by the German record champions’ style of play. News and rumours about FCB.
Harry Kane has been told he will only break Robert Lewandowski's Bundesliga scoring record at Bayern Munich if Vincent Kompany's side lose to Real Madrid in the Champions League. Kane has 31 goals in just 26 league games this season, and must hit 42 if he is to surpass Lewandowski's record.
FC Bayern beat Union Berlin 4–0 and have extended their lead at the top of the Bundesliga table to twelve points, at least for the time being. Individual player ratings for the FCB squad.
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has revealed that he could have joined Bayern Munich instead of the Gunners, before developing into a likely Premier League title winner in north London. The Spain international has become one of the best stoppers in Europe under Mikel Arteta's tutelage but it nearly didn't come to pass at all, given the interest from the Bundesliga giants.
Newcastle United are intensifying their search for a new number nine this summer, with Chelsea strikers Nicolas Jackson and Liam Delap emerging as primary targets. The Magpies have struggled to fill the void left by Alexander Isak, who moved to Liverpool last September for £125 million ($166m), as neither Yoane Wissa nor Nick Woltemade have fully convinced as a leading option.
The player's agent and Uli Hoeneß will never be friends in this lifetime. Once again, the honorary president of FC Bayern Munich has levelled harsh criticism.
After the bitter disappointments of last year, Kompany is taking a more relaxed view of the international break this time around. Despite the Bayern stars having played numerous matches ahead of the clash with Real Madrid, confidence is growing.
Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund has provided a significant update on Manuel Neuer’s future, clarifying that the club is imposing no deadline on the legendary goalkeeper. According to Freund, the 2014 World Cup winner will independently decide the appropriate moment to begin talks regarding a contract extension. Speaking on Friday, he said the captain will "approach us".
Two of German football's legendary faces have thrown their weight behind Bayern Munich ahead of their Champions League quarter-final showdown with Real Madrid, with Lothar Matthaus going as far as to tip Vincent Kompany's side to win the treble this season. The Bavarians have been formidable with Harry Kane leading the line this season, and are being heavily backed to collect a haul of silverware.
Dietmar Hamann has urged Julian Nagelsmann to ensure Bayern Munich starlet Lennart Karl is on the plane for the upcoming World Cup, claiming the teenage sensation already plays like a veteran. The former Liverpool and Germany midfielder believes the 18-year-old offers a unique threat that the national team simply cannot do without on the biggest stage.
Harry Kane is “in the discussion” for Ballon d’Or honours, but may need to win the Champions League with Bayern Munich and star for England at the 2026 World Cup in order to land the Golden Ball. Emile Heskey admits as much, with the former Three Lions forward telling GOAL how his fellow striker can earn the prestigious billing of best player on the planet.
Uli Hoeneß, honorary president of FC Bayern Munich, has advised Eintracht Frankfurt against selling any more of its top players. The Bundesliga rivals had become the league’s most successful sellers in recent years, but are currently struggling to meet their sporting ambitions.
Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid is already generating buzz, whilst Lennart Karl found out about his DFB call-up whilst attending a tutoring session. News and rumours about FCB.
Under manager Vincent Kompany, the FC Bayern team looks hungrier than it has in a long time. Honorary president Uli Hoeneß is, however, playing down expectations.
Real Madrid have been hit by a huge injury scare ahead of their crunch Champions League quarter-final against Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been sidelined with an injury and is expected to spend several weeks out of action. Back-up goalkeeper Andriy Lunin will take over from the Belgium international while Courtois is out.
Jonas Urbig is set to make his debut for the German national team. Meanwhile, FC Bayern Munich are planning for the future with Noel Aseko. News and rumours about FCB.
With a penalty converted at the second attempt and a truly stunning goal, Harry Kane put Bayern Munich on the road to victory in the second leg against Atalanta Bergamo. The striker then offered some fascinating insights.
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