Bayern Munich dominated their German Cup match against Ulm, while Hoffenheim, St. Pauli, and Mainz all faced tough battles against lower-tier opponents, needing extra time or penalties to secure victories.
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Manchester United has significantly revamped its defense, signing Dutch center-back Matthijs de Ligt and Moroccan full-back Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. The club also sold right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka to West Ham, completing a major shake-up of its backline.
Bryan Zaragoza, the 22-year-old Bayern Munich winger, has joined Spanish side Osasuna on loan until the end of the season. The move aims to provide him with regular game time and aid his development.
Xavi Simons, the highly rated Netherlands forward, has extended his loan at RB Leipzig from Paris Saint-Germain for another season, ending Bayern Munich’s pursuit of the player. Simons impressed during his previous loan spell, scoring 10 goals and providing 15 assists in 43 appearances.
New Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany secured a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in his first real test, thanks to goals from Gabriel Vidovic and Leon Goretzka. The match, played in Seoul, was a sell-out and saw a passionate crowd eager to see the likes of Son Heung-min and Kim Min-jae play on home soil. Tottenham, despite a late goal from Pedro Porro, struggled to find their rhythm after a grueling pre-season tour.
Harry Kane’s performance at Euro 2024 has sparked debate about his role in the England team. Despite being a prolific scorer and England’s all-time leading scorer, Kane’s lack of pace and altered playing style have led to questions about his suitability as a traditional number nine. While he has thrived with Bayern Munich’s attacking system, England’s more cautious approach has limited his opportunities. However, Kane remains a crucial player for England, providing valuable link-up play and the ability to unlock defenses with his passing.
Bayern Munich has secured the services of promising winger Michael Olise from Crystal Palace on a five-year deal. The 22-year-old, who was also pursued by Chelsea and Newcastle United, is expected to contribute to the club’s title aspirations.
Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt has been left out of the Netherlands starting lineup for their Euro 2024 quarterfinal against Turkey. This continues a trend of him being benched under coach Ronald Koeman, despite a strong start to his international career. De Ligt has been linked with a move to Manchester United amidst a disappointing season with Bayern Munich.
Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt has been left out of the Netherlands starting lineup for their Euro 2024 round of 16 clash against Romania. This continues a trend of De Ligt being benched under coach Ronald Koeman, who prefers Virgil Van Dijk and Stefan de Vrij as his starting center-backs. De Ligt’s lack of playing time has prompted him to seek professional help, and rumors suggest he could be on the move to Manchester United this summer.
Real Madrid pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Bayern Munich in the Champions League semifinals, with substitute Joselu scoring twice in the dying minutes to secure a 3-2 victory on Wednesday night. Bayern seemed to be cruising to victory after Alphonso Davies’ 68th-minute opener, but Real Madrid’s resilience and Joselu’s late heroics turned the match on its head. The Spanish forward, who spent years in the shadows, scored the equalizer in the 88th minute and the winner in the 90th minute to send Real Madrid to the final against Borussia Dortmund.