Celebrating a Legacy: Thomas Müller Bids Adieu to FC Bayern Munich after 25 Years
FC Bayern Munich presents Thomas Müller with a parting memento
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Thomas Müller was given a heartfelt farewell in Munich, adorned with flowers, gifts, and fan chants before his last home game for FC Bayern. The 25-year club icon is leaving Bayern this summer, ending an extraordinary career with the German powerhouse.
Müller's last moments before stepping onto the Allianz Arena pitch were marked by a special ceremony. He received a bouquet of flowers, a photograph, and a Schafkopf card - symbolizing his love for the game - along with a donation for his foundation from club president Herbert Hainer and the three vice-presidents. Borussia Mönchengladbach, the opponents for this game, also presented Müller with a framed picture.
The south stand of the stadium echoed with the giant "25 Years, All for Our Colors!" Thomas Müller banner, as fans paid tribute to the veteran. Tenor Jonas Kaufmann serenaded the crowd with the new club anthem, later sharing his gratitude to Müller, saying, "A thousand thanks, Thomas."
As Müller prepares to leave Munich, he won't be alone. Defender Eric Dier is also saying goodbye, reportedly heading to Monaco. Müller's Emotional Swansong in Munich 🎧 💔
Meanwhile, veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer makes his comeback after more than two months out due to injury, set to become the second-oldest Bundesliga player for FC Bayern.
Interesting Tidbits:
- Müller is wrapping up an impressive 25-year association with FC Bayern, during which he has made over 500 Bundesliga appearances and helped win a record-extending 13 league titles[2][1].
- For his final home Bundesliga game against Borussia Mönchengladbach, the club plans a special Thomas Müller name printing on the 2025-26 away shirt, commemorating both his departure and the 20th anniversary of the Allianz Arena's opening[1].
- Müller's potential destinations include MLS (likely LAFC), Fiorentina, and other European clubs, with retirement not seeming to be imminent. Bayern Munich's sporting director Christoph Freund and longtime teammate Joshua Kimmich have expressed confidence that Müller can continue to play at a high level[4].
Sources: ntv.de, tsi/sid/dpa | Journalist: Mario Thäne [1] | Enrichment: Transfermarkt, Bild [2][3][4]
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- Thomas Müller's foundation received a donation from FC Bayern Munich's club president and vice-presidents during the special ceremony for his farewell.
- In addition to a bouquet of flowers, Müller received a Schafkopf card and a framed picture from Borussia Mönchengladbach.
- To commemorate Thomas Müller's departure, the club plans a special name printing on the 2025-26 away shirt.
- Despite sharing his farewell with defender Eric Dier, Müller is not yet retiring and has been linked with potential moves to MLS, Fiorentina, and other European clubs.
