In the aftermath of Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw against Real Madrid in the first leg of the UCL semi-finals, Thomas Muller highlighted the key factor that fueled his team’s confidence heading into the crucial match.
Muller pointed to Konrad Laimer’s standout performance in their UCL victory over Arsenal as a significant confidence booster for the team.
The victory over Arsenal, where Bayern emerged triumphant with a 1-0 win, showcased the team’s unity and resilience, ultimately securing a 3-2 aggregate victory for Thomas Tuchel’s side.
Laimer’s noteworthy display in the Bayern midfield was instrumental in neutralizing the threat posed by Martin Odegaard during the match.
Reflecting on the impact of the Arsenal win, Muller emphasized how it instilled a sense of belief and aggressiveness in the team, drawing parallel to Laimer’s tenacious performance against Odegaard.
Looking ahead, Bayern is set to clash with Real Madrid in the second leg of the semi-finals at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, May 8.