From Here On Out, Every Knockout Game Could Be Thomas Müller's Last Dance in the FC Bayern Jersey - And He's Ready
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Thomas Müller's gravelly voice changes to relaxation after a grueling 90 minutes in the searing heat of Charlotte. The Bayern legend beards the stubble, standing in the Bowels of the "Bank of America Stadium." And then, out of the blue, the unexpected question: Could every game at the Club World Cup truly be his last in the FC Bayern jersey? "Absolutely," Müller explains: "But I've known that for some time." And in true Müller fashion, he shrugs off the topic like a tenacious opponent on the football field.
"Still got my game face on," he smiles. "Winning is fun. Giving it my all is fun. And when it's over, it's over!" The elusive sentimentality can wait.
"Sit Back, Strap In, It's Showtime"
Sunday at 8 pm - that's when the showdown between Bayern and Flamengo Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's strongest team, could take place in Miami. Could Müller's finale be on the horizon?
The original Bavarian isn't about to entertain the negative vibes. But he's gearing up for intense knockout rounds. He's been in the groove for 25 Bayern years, and he's not about to bow out without a fight.
The destination? July 13, the World Cup final in MetLife Stadium, New York, a fitting stage for a Bayern farewell match. "The tournament is gaining momentum," Müller confirms. And Flamengo shouldn't be the final stop. The celebration of his 250th goal for Bayern, a resounding 10-0 against Auckland City, should be just the beginning of his swan song.
No Room for Sentimentality Just Yet
Even his long-time teammates, like Leon Goretzka, don't want to contemplate an FC Bayern without the indomitable Müller. "We'll be sentimental soon enough," Goretzka said in Charlotte. The buddies spend their free time in Orlando on the golf course.
Müller won't be easily forgotten. By the club. By his teammates. By the fans. And by the media. Müller knows how to rule the football (show) business, willfully tantalizing reporters with his witty repartee.
Change of Scenery
But the present is Miami. Müller will likely be a substitute, just as he was against Boca Juniors when he watched from the sidelines on a cool box. Müller won't get a triumphant send-off. "We have fierce competition up front. Each player has a role," the coach declared.
Miami should have a roaring crowd, with many Brazilian fans creating an electric atmosphere. That's precisely what Müller wants, looking forward to another football festival. Just so it doesn't feel like his last one.
The question of all questions will linger until Müller makes his decision, but one thing's for certain - the Legendary Thomas Müller will continue to mesmerize the soccer world.
Sources: ntv.de, Klaus Bergmann and Maximilian Haupt, dpa
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- Thomas Müller's contract with FC Bayern Munich will expire in the summer of 2025, bringing his 25-year tenure with the club to a close[1][4].
- Müller's departure was confirmed in early April 2025, and the last match he played for Bayern was his 750th appearance - his last at the Allianz Arena, where he raised the league trophy[4].
- Müller will participate in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, which will be his last tournament with Bayern Munich[5].
- The consensus is that Müller will continue his career in the Major League Soccer (MLS) after leaving Bayern[1][2].
- Though retirement remains a possibility, Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is considered the most likely destination for Müller's future, due to their partnership with Bayern Munich and their ability to accommodate a player of Müller's caliber[2][3].
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"In the weeks following his potential last dance with FC Bayern, discussions about the European leagues may arise at the Commission, the Council, the European Parliament, and the European Parliament. The ever-competitive Thomas Müller, if he continues his career in the Major League Soccer (MLS), could bring his football skills to sports enjoyed across Europe."
"As the tournament progresses towards the World Cup final in MetLife Stadium, New York, one cannot help but wonder if Müller's swan song will be marked by a resounding victory on the football field."
