Bayern Munich won the penultimate friendly before their competitive opener against RB Leipzig 3-1. What stood out at the Telekom Cup 2026 on Saturday afternoon.
Bayern Munich's penultimate friendly on Saturday afternoon against RB Leipzig began with a moment of shock. For right-back Laimer, it was all over after just a few minutes.
After turning down Aston Villa, another transfer option in the Premier League has apparently emerged for Bayern Munich's Joao Palhinha. He was also absent from the squad against RB Leipzig.
Bayern Munich new signing Ismael Saibari has revealed he is yet to discuss his tactical role with Vincent Kompany after completing his €50m transfer from PSV. The Moroccan playmaker shone brightly at the World Cup before moving to the Allianz Arena, where he remains confident his qualities will suit the German champions' exhilarating playing style.
He was once on Bayern Munich’s shortlist, but Lutsharel Geertruida ultimately arrived in the Bundesliga via RB Leipzig — and has since acquired the status of a transfer flop.
Bayern Munich still have not found a buyer for Joao Palhinha. A move to Aston Villa will not happen, as board member for sport Max Eberl made unmistakably clear at a press conference.
Toby Alderweireld has tipped former Belgium team-mate and Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany to become FIFA president in the future. The former defender believes the game urgently needs a true football figure to protect traditions and keep commercial interests in check.
While sporting director Max Eberl is being lined up for a new contract, Christoph Freund’s future remains unresolved. There are said to still be doubts within the FC Bayern Munich hierarchy regarding the duo’s working relationship.
MLS outfit LAFC have strengthened their forward line with the permanent signing of German attacker Armindo Sieb from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. The 23-year-old former Germany youth international joins the Black and Gold on a long-term deal running through the 2028-29 season, with a club option to extend for a further year.
Sacha Boey, Joao Palhinha, Bryan Zaragoza: all three players are set to leave Bayern Munich for good this summer transfer window. But there appears to be progress with only one of them.
Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah has praised the impressive managerial qualities of both Vincent Kompany and Xabi Alonso. The Germany international highlighted how the legendary former players use their vast experience to emotionally connect with their squads and successfully implement tactical ideas.
Jonathan Tah is eager to secure the DFL-Supercup against Borussia Dortmund as he begins his second season at Bayern Munich. The centre-back has also set his sights on growing into a leadership role and significantly improving the team's defensive record this term.
Niko Kovac is planning to use Maximilian Beier as a wing-back at Borussia Dortmund. That is reminiscent of Kovac's approach at Bayern Munich and is likely once again to deprive an attacking player of his greatest strengths.
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