In a dramatic turn of events, Bayern Munich’s hopes for an immediate title celebration were thwarted when Yussuf Poulsen of RB Leipzig scored an equalizer in the dying moments of the match, bringing the score to 3-3. Thomas Müller, a star player for Bayern, could not help but smile when he spotted Poulsen, jokingly questioning the Leipzig forward’s unexpected skill in scoring.
Despite the draw, Bayern Munich is on the brink of securing their 34th league title, which they believe is already in the bag. Joshua Kimmich, another key player, noted that they would officially be champions unless there were any unforeseen point deductions. He expressed hope that Bayer Leverkusen would perform poorly in their upcoming match against Freiburg to avoid a situation where Bayern would win the title without a proper celebration.
After the late equalizer, Kimmich admitted that it was emotionally challenging to celebrate in Leipzig. Müller echoed this sentiment, stating that the entire team felt an exhilarating ‚Champions‘ vibe each time they scored, especially during their comeback from a 0-2 deficit.
The match reflected the broader challenges faced by Bayern throughout the season, including injuries like Minjae Kim’s and a lack of clear scoring chances despite their dominance in possession. Leipzig capitalized on Bayern’s defensive errors, nearly scoring additional goals.
Kimmich acknowledged the team’s desire to play creatively and effectively, which they demonstrated in the second half with a series of impressive plays leading to their goals. He remarked on the need to finish matches decisively, referencing missed opportunities in the game against Leipzig.
With new manager Vincent Kompany at the helm, Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl praised the Belgian as a ‘stroke of luck’ for the team. Kimmich feels optimistic about their trajectory and highlighted the strong camaraderie in the locker room.
President Herbert Hainer emphasized that winning the league title is the most important achievement, downplaying the significance of their earlier exits from the cup and Champions League. He reminded everyone that they were never the inferior team in those matches.
As Bayern Munich prepares for the likely title win, they remain cautious about celebrating too soon. Eberl prohibited players from participating in a planned celebratory trip to Ibiza should they win against Leipzig, expressing concern that such behavior might become a trend among other clubs in future seasons. Kimmich humorously countered this by suggesting they should all travel separately to avoid drawing attention.