“For him, it was like a Champions League final. That’s how he played it, and that’s important,” said Kompany after the easy 4-0 (2-0) victory in the first round of the DFB Cup against second division side SSV Ulm in Heaven-Interview.
Müller had put Bayern on track with his goals in the 12th and 15th minutes. “I feel pretty good, not just physically, but also with the boys. I’m enjoying the game,” said the veteran, who particularly praised “the game against the ball”: “The transition game was a completely different ball game to what we were used to in the recent past. At least that was my feeling on the pitch, which nips the opponent’s hopes and ideas in the bud.”
Sporting director Max Eberl emphasised that Kompany’s game idea of early attacks suits Müller. “This means the distances are short and Thomas is clever. He knows when he can and must initiate the pressing,” said Eberl.
In finishing situations, Müller has “his coolness, he hasn’t forgotten it and he won’t forget it.” Müller played in the center of attack because striker Harry Kane was initially rested. There, the 34-year-old showed his qualities impressively.
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