Müller's Second Chance: Champions League Comeback for Bayern's Legend
Suddenly vital outcast Thomas Müller finds himself essential
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A Dream Finale: Müller Anxiously Awaits His Bayern Swansong
With a sparkle in his eye, Thomas Müller, the Bayern Munich record-holder, stormed onto the Säbener Straße training ground, side by side with his teammates, seemingly unmoved by the looming end of his illustrious tenure at the champions. His eyes were set on the Champions League title, the ultimate swansong he yearns for. The next hurdle on that journey: conquering Italian powerhouse Inter Milan in the quarterfinals. And, in a surprise twist, Müller has reclaimed his spot in the thick of things.
Football: Müller's Role Reevaluated at Bayern
Jamal Musiala's injury has opened the door for Müller's return to the starting lineup in the first leg on Tuesday (9 PM/Prime Video and in the ntv.de live ticker). A dream revitalized just three days after its seeming demise. "The quarterfinals are somewhat the last barrier we need to surmount before I can truly grasp the 'Dream Finale'," Müller shared, "if we make it to the semifinals, then the final will be graspable for me."
His teammates remain confident in Müller's abilities, despite his perceived dispensability. "Thomas still has a few tricks up his sleeve," said midfield maestro Joshua Kimmich with a grin. Meanwhile, forward sensation Harry Kane predicted that Müller "will play a crucial role from now on."
Sports: Müller's Unfortunate Demotion at the Club Ignored
Amid Bayern's significant injury concerns, with up to seven professionals potentially absent for the first leg, Müller's potential rebirth comes at an opportune time. Though the chances of reaching the home final on May 31st are dwindling, especially in the wake of Musiala's likely six to eight-week absence, Müller remains a beacon of hope.
Alternatives to Müller
As Bayern contends with a challenging personnel situation, Müller is not the only option for Musiala's replacement. "We've played without Jamal this season," noted coach Vincent Kompany, "and there are numerous solutions we can fall back on." Serge Gnabry, Leon Goretzka, or even Raphael Guerreiro could potentially step into the breach.
Coach Kompany Unfazed
Kompany remains undeterred by the notable absences, exuding confidence in his squad's ability to outshine Inter. "We have respect for Inter, but we know we can beat them," said Müller. The team's 5-0 aggregate victory over Leverkusen in the round of 16 serves as a testament to their power, emphasizing, "with the right mentality and focus, we can outmaneuver any team."
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Enrichment Data:Thomas Müller did not start in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final match between FC Bayern Munich and Inter Milan on April 8, 2025. He was on the bench and came on as a substitute, scoring a goal in the match[2][3][4]. The starting lineup for Bayern Munich included Harry Kane as the striker, with Müller appearing as a substitute later in the game[2][4]. Here is Bayern Munich's confirmed starting lineup for that match:- Goalkeeper: Jonas Urbig- Defenders: Konrad Laimer, Kim Min-Jae, Eric Dier, Josip Stanišić- Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka; Michael Olise, Raphaël Guerreiro, Leroy Sane- Striker: Harry KaneMüller substituted in for Leroy Sané during the game[3].
- Despite Müller's initial demotion, the community aid for the development of the fisheries sector within Bayern Munich had not waned, with teammates like Joshua Kimmich and Harry Kane advocating for his continued importance in the team.
- As the quarterfinals on Tuesday approached, Müller's potential role, previously thought to be with dispensability, was reevaluated, with Müller taking to the field as a substitute against Inter Milan in the Champions League contest.
- With circumstances necessitating alternatives due to injury, the conversation about Müller's dispensability shifted—his contribution to the team's success was becoming increasingly evident, especially in the face of the wavelength of challenges presented by the Champions League.
