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Kane joins Ronaldo in exclusive Champions League goal club

Harry Kane has matched Cristiano Ronaldo's incredible UEFA Champions League record by scoring in six consecutive knockout appearances. However, the striker's historic goal was not enough to save Bayern Munich from elimination. Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain advanced to the final with a 6-5 aggregate victory, prolonging Kane's wait for elusive European glory.

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Kane swallowed & Olise silenced as Bayern beaten in UCL semi

Bayern Munich's hopes of reaching the Champions League final were ended on Wednesday as they drew 1-1 with Paris Saint-Germain on the night, leading to them losing their semi-final 6-5 on aggregate. The defending champions scored early and defended doggedly, meaning Harry Kane's late equaliser counted for nothing in the end.

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Explained: Why PSG survived penalty shout against Bayern

Harry Kane and Bayern Munich were left fuming after a controversial handball shout was waved away during their Champions League semi-final against PSG. While the Bavarians felt aggrieved at the Allianz Arena, the decision to not award a penalty was rooted in a specific Law of the Game, as the referee’s call was backed by a technicality regarding team-mate deflections that ultimately saved the visitors.

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Revealed: Prize money earned by Arsenal in UCL final run

Arsenal have secured a massive financial windfall exceeding £120 million ($163m) following their historic qualification for the 2026 Champions League final. Mikel Arteta’s side booked their place in Budapest after a gritty aggregate victory over Atletico Madrid, ensuring the club's balance sheet looks as impressive as their on-field performances.

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Can signing of the season Diaz win the Ballon d'Or?

In the 44th minute of Bayern Munich's Bundesliga clash with St. Pauli on November 29, Luis Diaz ended up prone in the penalty area. However, while the winger had lost his balance, he'd not lost control of the ball - and somehow managed to flick it up off the floor and into the path of Joshua Kimmich to score. It was an extraordinary piece of skill - but Bayern boss Vincent Kompany wasn't in the least bit surprised by it.

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Deco meets with Gordon's agent as Barca join Bayern in transfer race

Barcelona have entered the race to sign Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon. The Catalan club are desperately seeking a dynamic forward to bolster their attack ahead of the summer transfer window. Sporting director Deco has already held discussions with the player's representatives in Catalonia, but Bayern Munich remain strong rivals in the battle for his signature.

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Kvaratskhelia's 16-year-old brother set for Bayern Munich meeting

The Kvaratskhelia name is already a household one across Europe thanks to Khvicha’s exploits with Napoli and Paris Saint-Germain, but it appears another star from the same stable is beginning to emerge. Bayern Munich have reportedly registered their interest in Tornike Kvaratskhelia, the 16-year-old younger brother of the Georgian international.

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Enrique tells PSG stars to treat Bayern clash as 'Nadal vs Federer'

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has urged his squad to draw inspiration from the iconic rivalry between tennis legends Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer ahead of their vital Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich. The Spanish coach highlighted that facing such a formidable German side should motivate his players to elevate their performance to reach a second consecutive final.

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Kompany's masterplan? Tah backs Bayern strategy for PSG clash

Bayern Munich are preparing for a season-defining night at the Allianz Arena as they look to secure a place in the Champions League final. Following a chaotic first-leg encounter in Paris, head coach Vincent Kompany is facing questions over whether his expansive style needs a pragmatic adjustment to handle the threat of the reigning European champions.

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Revealed: Guardiola's role in Bayern hiring Kompany

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has pulled back the curtain on the shock appointment of Vincent Kompany, revealing that a secret phone call with Pep Guardiola sealed the deal. Speaking ahead of Wednesday's crucial Champions League semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain, the club patriarch praised the Belgian manager's flawless character and immense work ethic.

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Kompany & Bayern Munich disrupt PSG's hotel plans

Paris Saint-Germain were forced to change hotels ahead of their Champions League semi-final second leg clash with Bayern Munich after Vincent Kompany and the Bundesliga giants refused to vacate their preferred base. The decision disrupted PSG’s travel plans and removed a venue tied to one of their most memorable European triumphs.

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Kane gets unique England billing that Bellingham will never enjoy

Harry Kane has been given a unique billing in the England squad, with Joe Cole explaining to GOAL why the Three Lions captain boasts an international standing that even Jude Bellingham cannot match. Kane continues to rewrite the history books with club and country and is considered to be integral to Thomas Tuchel’s plans ahead of a bid for World Cup immortality this summer.

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Why Kane can win Ballon d'Or as Bayern trio likened to ‘MSN’

Alan Shearer suggests Harry Kane could secure the Ballon d’Or this year regardless of England’s World Cup success following a record-breaking campaign with Bayern Munich. The legendary striker believes the chemistry between Kane, Luis Diaz, and Michael Olise mirrors the iconic 'MSN' partnership that once dominated European football at Barcelona.

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'Best game ever' - Arteta reveals why PSG & Bayern are ahead of English sides

Mikel Arteta has hit back at claims that Premier League clubs are falling behind their European counterparts, insisting that a lack of "freshness" is what is separating English sides from the elite. The Arsenal boss was left in awe of the recent Champions League semi-final between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich, describing it as the highest level of football he has ever seen.

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PSG vs Bayern Munich: Battle of high speed philosophies produces a thriller

In one of the most entertaining Champions League semi-finals in recent memory, PSG edged Bayern Munich 5-4 in a nine-goal classic. Bayern dominated possession and pressing, but PSG mastered the transitions and decisive moments. From false 9 masterclasses by Ousmane Dembélé (2 goals) and Harry Kane to dazzling 1v1 battles on the wings, this was a tactical war fought at full throttle.

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Forget Gordon! Bayern told to give Man Utd €30m for Rashford

Dietmar Hamann has urged Bayern Munich to hijack Barcelona’s move for Marcus Rashford, labelling the Manchester United forward a "brilliant" option available for just €30 million (£26m/$35m). The former Germany international believes the versatile attacker represents significantly better value than Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon as the Bavarian giants look to bolster their frontline.

Frequently asked questions

Der FC Bayern München wurde am 27. Februar 1900 im Schwabinger Café Gisela gegründet. Gründungsmitglieder waren elf junge Männer, angeführt vom späteren ersten Präsidenten Franz John. Die Gründung bedeutete die Abspaltung vom MTV München.

An der FC Bayern München AG, die sich insbesondere um die Fußballabteilung kümmert, hält der eigetragene Verein (eV) des FC Bayern München, also die rund 400.000 Mitglieder, mit 75 Prozent den Hauptanteil. Die restlichen 25 Prozent halten die Adidas AG, die Allianz SE und die Audi AG zu gleichen Anteilen (je 8,33 Prozent).

Das Stadion des FC Bayern München befindet sich im Norden der bayerischen Landeshauptstadt (Schwabing-Freimann) und trägt den Namen Allianz Arena.

Das Stadion des FC Bayern München, die Allianz Arena, bietet bei nationalen Spielen 75.024 Plätze, bei internationalen Ansetzungen 70.000.

Der FC Bayern München hat in seiner langen Historie eine Vielzahl von nationalen und internationalen Titeln gewonnen. Darunter zählen:

  • 33-mal deutscher Meister (22/23, 21/22, 20/21, 19/20, 18/19, 17/18, 16/17, 15/16, 14/15, 13/14, 12/13, 09/10, 07/08, 05/06, 04/05, 02/03, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 96/97, 93/94, 89/90, 88/89, 86/87, 85/86, 84/85, 80/81, 79/80, 73/74, 72/73, 71/72, 68/69, 31/32)
  • 20-mal DFB-Pokal Sieger (19/20, 18/19, 15/16, 13/14, 12/13 , 09/10, 07/08, 05/06, 04/05, 02/03, 99/00, 97/98, 85/86, 83/84, 81/82, 70/71, 68/69, 66/67, 65/66, 56/57)
  • 3-mal Champions League Sieger (19/20, 12/13, 00/01)
  • 3-mal Europapokal der Landesmeister Sieger (75/76, 74/75, 73/74)
  • 2-mal FIFA Klub-WM Sieger (20/21, 13/14)
  • 2-mal Weltpokal Sieger (2001 , 1976)
  • 2-mal UEFA Supercup Sieger (20/21, 13/14)
  • 1-mal UEFA Cup Sieger (95/96)
  • 1-mal Europapokal der Pokalsieger Sieger (66/67)
  • 10-mal deutscher Superpokalsieger (22/23, 21/22, 20/21, 18/19, 17/18, 16/17, 12/13, 10/11, 90/91, 87/88)
  • 6-mal deutscher Ligapokalsieger (07/08, 04/05, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 97/98)
  • 1-mal süddeutscher Pokalsieger (56/57)

Der FC Bayern München hat 33-mal die deutsche Meisterschaft gewonnen.

Aktuell hält Thomas Müller den Rekord für die meisten Einsätze für den FC Bayern München. Müller absolvierte bislang 746 Pflichtspiele für den FCB.

Die meisten Tore für den FC Bayern München hat Gerd Müller geschossen. Die mittlerweile verstorbene Vereinslegende traf 570-mal im Dress des deutschen Rekordmeisters. Dafür brauchte er 613 Spiele.

Für den FC Bayern München spielten eine Vielzahl an legendären Fußballern. Folgende Spieler trugen allesamt das Trikot des FCB:

Oliver Kahn, Sepp Maier, Manuel Neuer, Franz Beckenbauer, Paul Breitner, Klaus Augenthaler, Philipp Lahm, David Alaba, Bixente Lizarazu, Lúcio, Georg "Katsche" Schwarzenbeck, Stefan Effenberg, Michael Ballack, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Lothar Matthäus, Franz "Bulle" Roth, Joshua Kimmich, Xabi Alonso, Franck Ribéry, Arjen Robben, Jamal Musiala, Mehmet Scholl, Uli Hoeneß, Gerd Müller, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Giovane Élber, Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Müller und Claudio Pizarro.

Beim FC Bayern München standen in der Geschichte viele berühmte und erfolgreiche Trainer an der Seitenlinie. Dazu gehören:

Zlatko "Tschik" Cajkovski, Udo Lattek, Dettmar Cramer, Jupp Heynckes, Erich Ribbeck, Franz Beckenbauer, Giovanni Trapattoni, Otto Rehhagel, Ottmar Hitzfeld, Felix Magath, Jürgen Klinsmann, Louis van Gaal, Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, Hansi Flick und Thomas Tuchel.

Der Spitzname des FC Bayern München nimmt Bezug auf die Vereinsfarben. So werden die Spieler des deutschen Rekordmeisters meist nur "die Roten" genannt.

Darüber hinaus ist auch der Begriff "FC Hollywood" gebräuchlich, welchen der ehemalige Trainer Giovanni Trapattoni prägte. Der Spitzname bezieht sich auf eine turbulente Zeit des Vereins während der 90er-Jahre, als es zwischen einigen hochrangigen Spielern und Funktionären des Klubs zu Auseinandersetzungen kam - ähnlich wie in einer täglichen Seifenoper.