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Manchester United’s Europa dreams shattered in 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich

Manchester United have crashed out of the Champions League following a 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in front of their home fans. The Red Devils who had pinned their hopes on a victory against the German powerhouse and a favourable result in Galatasaray’s clash with Copenhagen, have now been disappointed all round. Erik ten Hag’s squad struggled to make an impact in the game, and Kingsley Coman scored a 70th-minute strike to hand United a last-place finish in Group A. Harry Kane’s brilliance set the tone for Coman’s finish, having delivered a sublime pass. Manchester United crash out of Champions League – Getty image The defeat marked United’s 15th conceded goal in the group stage, the highest among English teams in the elite European tournament. It also means they won’t make it for the Europa League, as they finished button of the group. Instead, Galatasaray will take the position.

Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich suffer historic 5-1 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt

Bayern Munich faced their first Bundesliga defeat of the season in a humiliating 5-1 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt. The reigning champions who are seeking their 12th consecutive German league title, were dismantled in an unexpected manner. Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich suffered humiliating 5-1 in the Saturday’s encounter Despite the £100 million summer signing of England captain Harry Kane from Tottenham, the star striker endured a forgettable afternoon, managing just three shots, none of which found the target. At half-time, Bayern found themselves trailing 3-1 deficit, marking their worst score at the break in nearly two decades. The defeat leaves Bayern trailing three points behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen, who could extend their lead to six points on Sunday.

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Thomas Muller seeks wage increase to extend Bayern Munich stay

Thomas Muller – Getty image Following contract extension talks between Thomas Müller and Bayern Munich, the forward is reportedly desiring a wage increase. Muller’s current contract with Bayern will expire in the summer of 2024, with other known clubs like Manchester United showing interest in the 34-year-old. However, after Manuel Neuer’s contract extension, where he secured an annual salary of €20 million, Muller is reportedly looking for a similar arrangement. The German forward, who recently spent nearly a year recovering from injury, aims to stay in Bavaria but expects financial terms to be competitive. Thomas Muller – Getty image Meanwhile, Bayern president Herbert Hainer has expressed optimism about the ongoing discussions with Müller. He said, “We are having discussions with him; I am also confident, and I really hope that Thomas will stay with us.” Although Muller is currently facing competition for regular playing time under coach Thomas Tuchel, especially with the presence of Jamal Musiala, his past records credits him with experience and quality, despite the age.

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Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane expresses admiration for Burna Boy’s music

Harry Kane of Bayern Munich revealed his admiration for Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy, saying he is a huge fan. In a recent interview with ESPN UK, the England captain revealed these juicy details while fending off questioning. In a viral video, Kane revealed that the song that has been playing nonstop on his playlist is Burna Boy’s hit song “Big 7,” after being asked a question that caught him off guard about what song has been playing on repeat. He nodded to Burna Boy, showing that he actually liked him. His words; “You know, ‘Big 7’ from Burna Boy? Yeah, I do like Burna Boy, to be fair. It just popped into my head there. Burna Boy, Nigerian artist. Photo sourceL Google The former Tottenham striker opened up about his fantasies about seeing live music performed live, revealing a deep desire to experience Burna Boy’s energy or British rapper Dave’s poetic skill under the spotlight. Regarding the performer he wishes to witness in person, the former Tottenham forward stated, “Maybe someone like Burna Boy or Dave, you know.”

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Harry Kane on target as Bayern Munich thrash FC Heidenheim 4-2

Two goals from Harry Kane ensured Bayern Munich secured a 4-2 win against FC Heidenheim at the Allianz Arena on Saturday. Kane made his mark early in the game, finding the net in the 14th minute with an assist from Leroy Sane. The English striker wasn’t done, doubling the lead just before halftime at the 44th minute, putting Bayern in a favorable position. However, FC Heidenheim fought back in the second half. Tim Kleindienst netted their opener, raising the hopes of the visitors.

Harry Kane scored double against FC Heidenheim – Getty image As if that wasn’t enough, Jan-Niklas Beste leveled the score just past the hour mark, bringing the match to a 2-2 draw. However, Bayern Munich maintained their determination to win, as Raphael Guerreiro restored the lead with a decisive goal, bringing the score to 3-2. The drama continued as Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting sealed the victory with a late finish in the 85th minute.

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Brace from Harry Kane secures Bayern Munich 16th consecutive Champions League knockout spot

Bayern Munich earned their place in the Champions League knockout stages for the 16th consecutive season with Harry Kane double. The visitors gave their best, but it was Bayern’s late-game strategy that sealed the match at 2-1. Joshua Kimmich’s free-kick found Harry Kane, whose header secured the lead with just 10 minutes before normal time. The initial offside flag was overturned after a VAR check was carried out. Kane struck again six minutes later, capitalizing on Tel’s assist, sealing tge victory for Bayern.

Kane was also the man of the match – Getty image Despite Galatasaray’s late response through Bakambu, Bayern’s lead was unshaken. The win, coupled with Manchester United’s 4-3 defeat at Copenhagen, saw Bayern to the top of the group, confirming their place in the last 16.

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Bayern Munich completes signing of Kim Min-jae

Bayern Munich has signed South Korean defender Kim Min-jae from Italian champion Napoli for a reported fee of 50 million euros ($55 million). Bayern had been looking to bolster its back line following Lucas Hernández’s departure for Paris Saint-Germain and with Benjamin Pavard’s future uncertain. Pavard’s contract with the Bavarian powerhouse expires next year and he reportedly wants to leave the club. Kim Min-jae signing autographs for Bayern Munich fans after being unveiled. Source: DDP Images Bayern Munich announced the signing of the Korean footballer late on Tuesday, July 18, adding that Kim Min-jae signed a five-year deal through June 2028 and will wear the No. 3. The exact terms of the deal were not revealed, but multiple sources claim Kim will receive an annual salary of 12 million euros. Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said; “He impresses with his physical presence, as well as his mentality and speed. We’re pleased he can immediately take part fully in pre-season and firmly believe that he will also excite our fans with his style of play.”

Kim Min-jae playing for Napoli in the Serie A. Source: Getty Speaking to the club’s website, the 26-year-old footballer said; “FC Bayern is a dream for every footballer. I’m really looking forward to what’s to come in Munich. It’s a new beginning for me. I’ll continue to develop here. “In discussions with the club, it was made clear to me from the start how interested they are in me. My first goal is to play a lot of games. In addition, I want to win as many trophies as possible.” Kim who joined Napoli from Turkish side Fenerbahce in July last year, was a vital part of the team that won the Scudetto for the first time in more than three decades last season. He was honored as Serie A’s best defender last season. The Korean footballer also played all but three of Napoli’s 38 league games, chipping in two goals.

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Bayern Munich defeats Rottach-Egern 27-0 in pre-season match

Bayern Munich got a solid warmup in with a 27-0 victory over ninth-tier FC Rottach-Egern on Tuesday, July 18, in a friendly. Thirteen players got on the score sheet, with Jamal Musiala, Mathys Tel and Marcel Sabitzer grabbing five each during the dominant win in their first game of pre-season at their Tegernsee training camp as the Bavarians looked to build off of last season, winning the Bundesliga on the final day but falling short in Champions League action. Bayern Munich players celebrate a goal. Source: Getty Musiala opened the scoring after three minutes and the deluge of goals did not let up from there. Tuchel’s side were 18-0 ahead by half-time, with Musiala and team-mate Mathys Tel both bagging five before the break, while Gnabry scored a hat-trick. Sane, Alphonso Davies, Konrad Laimer, Noussair Mazraoui and Dayot Upamecano all netted before pausing for a breath. Things got slightly better for Rottach-Egern after half-time, with Tuchel’s side taking their foot off the throat by only scoring nine times. Marcel Sabitzer was not messing around as he banged in five goals in a 22-minute period in the second half. It was brutal for Rottach and it could have been much worse, had their goalkeeper not pulled off some heroic saves.

Last minutes of a pre-season match between Bayern Munich and Rottach-Egern He managed to keep Sadio Mane frustrated right until the 89th minute, when the former Liverpool forward finally blasted in. His face did not show even a flicker of satisfaction, however, as he jogged back to the half-way line. The final 27-0 scoreline betters previous results against the same opponents: 20-2 in 2018 and 23-0 in 2019. The reactions on social media were a mixture of bemusement from neutral fans and disappointment from Bayern supporters, who are used to winning. Bayern’s meeting with the treble-winning Manchester City in Japan, on 26 July, is likely to be a tougher test, with pre-season fixtures against Liverpool, in Singapore, and Monaco also booked in.

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PSG confirms signing Lucas Hernandez from Bayern Munich

PSG have confirmed the signing of 27-year-old defender Lucas Hernandez from Bayern Munich for a reported fee of £34m. The 27-year-old French footballer, whose brother, Theo, plays for AC Milan, joined the French champions on a five-year deal. Lucas Hernandez unveiled as a PSG player. Source: Getty Commenting on his arrival at PSG, Hernandez said; “I’m really excited! I’ve been waiting to join PSG for a long time, and it’s finally happened. It’s a very special day for me and I’m very happy to be here.” Hernandez was born in France but raised in Spain, playing his youth career at Rayo Majadahonda and Atletico Madrid before progressing into the latter’s senior team. In 2019, he joined Bayern Munich, and has enjoyed four years of success with the German giants, winning the Bundesliga title every season, as well as the Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup in 2020. However, injury limited his involvement for Bayern Munich last season. The defender was restricted to 11 appearances because of a knee ligament injury suffered while on duty for France at the World Cup.

Lucas Hernandez celebrating a goal scored for Bayern Munich. Source: Getty On Hernandez joining PSG, Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said; “We would like to thank Lucas Hernández for four very successful years together. He always gave everything, we were always impressed by his fighting spirit and his passion. FC Bayern wishes him all the best for the future.” Following another season marked by yet another failure to win the Champions League, PSG has been active in the transfer market. In addition to hiring Luis Enrique as its new coach, the French champions have also signed Marco Asensio, Milan Skriniar, Manuel Ugarte, and Lee Kang-In. PSG have also seen Argentina World Cup winner Lionel Messi exit the club following the end of his contract, while Junio Dina Ebimbe joined German side Eintracht Frankfurt. Spanish defender Sergio Ramos has also left Parc des Princes following the expiration of his PSG deal, and Argentine striker Mauro Icardi is in talks with Galatasaray following a successful loan with the Turkish club last season.

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Bayern Munich submits second bid for Harry Kane

Bayern Munich have lodged an improved offer for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane as they double down on their approach for the England captain. England’s captain Kane has one year remaining on his contract, so Spurs risk losing him for nothing next summer if they do not sell now. The club’s Chairman Daniel Levy is still hopeful the striker can be convinced to sign fresh terms. Harry Kane celebrating a goal scored for Tottenham. Source: Getty Kane is due back for pre-season training this week where he is set for talks with new Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou. Tottenham will be flying to Australia for the start of their pre-season tour on Friday, July 14. Bayern are in the market for a new centre-forward and boss Thomas Tuchel has made Kane his number one target. Some German tabloids had reported that the Bundesliga giants had a bid of around £60 million turned down last month for the Tottenham star. Tottenham are thought to be holding out for around £100m to sell Kane this summer but he might have something to say on that. Sky’s report claims Kane is keen to seal a move to the Allianz Arena.

Harry Kane wearing England’s captain band. Source: Getty Guardian reported that Harry Kane has held positive talks with Bayern Munich over a move to the club and they remain keen to sign the 29-year-old England captain, who had also been linked with a move to Manchester United this summer before they abandoned their plans to pursue the player, having decided the money it would take to lure him from north London was unrealistic. It was gathered that Bayern are now willing to pay €80m (£68.4m) plus add-ons for the 29-year-old, who is also determined to secure a switch to the Allianz Arena this summer. Tottenham are likely to reject Bayern’s second offer as well. Despite his collection of individual awards, Kane will turn 30 later this month without having won a single major trophy with Spurs, who have gone 15 years without silverware since clinching the 2007-08 EFL Cup.

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