Thomas Muller has given insight into his unnoticed role this season under Thomas Tuchel.
The experienced striker is unflappable in spite of his lack of opportunities in the starting lineup and blames the competitive character of modern football for his predicament.
The German international Muller has made over 600 appearances during his glittering 13-year stay at the Allianz Arena and has come to represent Bayern’s achievements. Still, the veteran politician welcomes the challenges despite the fact that he has been used primarily as a stand-in throughout the past few months.
Muller discussed the fierce rivalry at Bayern and his thoughts on modern coaching techniques in an open discussion with Sport BILD. As the top team in football, FC Bayern is where we are at. He clarified, “‘He doesn’t take the coach’s decision well’ has no place here.
Muller, who is renowned for his tough style on the pitch, shared his thoughts on the idea that contemporary football is too kind. “I have to admit, sometimes I find today’s football to be too soft. Toughness can be endearing. Coaches should be permitted to be somewhat tough with their players; it doesn’t have to be brutal.”
The 34-year-old Muller acknowledged the intense fight for a starting XI berth and stated that he might have a big influence. “The competition is fierce, and FC Bayern has excellent attacking players. I believe that this season has demonstrated my ability to still be the game-winning spark and add a new type of player to our offensive line.”
Muller made the following statement on his playing time: “I want to build on the two games before Christmas and then we’ll see.” However, the reality is that every decision made by the coach during a game will be scrutinized by the outside world regardless of what happens.”
Muller explained earlier this month the nuances of his goal-scoring consistency and how football is more than just statistics. “Raw stats like goals or titles are certainly an important factor,” he said. However, football is ultimately about more than that. The beauty and grace also hold enchantment.
Muller, in typical Muller flair, put icons like Zidane and Messi in a different league and graciously acknowledged his own accomplishments. “I’ve read somewhere that I’m more involved in goals than Zinedine Zidane. But I won’t be deluding myself—magicians like Messi or Zidane are in a league of their own when it comes to the beauty of the game and football.”