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Hasan Salihamidzic counters criticism of Joshua Kimmich

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7 months ago

November 2, 2022

Benjamin Pavard scored against Inter Milan to open the scoring.

Bayern’s sports director Hasan Salihamidzic has clear words for Joshua Kimmich’s critics. Matthias Sammer bothers a lot at Bayern. Julian Nagelsmann gives an update on Manuel Neuer. News and rumors about FCB can be found here.

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FC Bayern, News: Salihamidzic counters criticism of Kimmich

Hasan Salihamidzic, FC Bayern’s sporting director, stood up to Joshua Kimmich and defended him against recent criticism: “The lads who speak their minds are not with us in the meetings. Our players in midfield have guidelines that the coach gives . We don’t let that influence us. We know how strong Jo is,” said the 45-year-old sports picture. “It’s impressive how he directs our game. Jo is a great guy.”

Salihamidzic was referring to statements by Philipp Lahm or Sami Khedira, among others, who called on Kimmich to act with greater loyalty to his position and to think more defensively in some cases. Markus Babbel was even clearer when he said: “Kimmich does gymnastics everywhere, just not where he should play.” According to Sport Bild, these discussions were also a topic in the Bayern dressing room, Julian Nagelsmann and the coaching team are said to have made Kimmich understand not to listen to “experts from the couch”.

“You have to ask him whether the words bothered him. Overall, we’re pretty hardened when it comes to criticism,” said Kimmich’s neighbor Leon Goretzka. “Jo knows my strengths and weaknesses very well, and the same applies vice versa. That helps a lot.”

FCB notes: Choupo-Moting continues to run – offensive star with regression

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FC Bayern also won the last group game of the Champions League against Inter Milan. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting was once again convincing in Munich’s 2-0 victory. The grades and individual reviews of all FCB players.

2/17

SVEN ULREICH: It was a largely quiet evening. Was there when requested. Confident with high balls and with the ball at your feet. Strong in stoppage time against Dzeko. Grade: 2.5.

3/17

NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI: Very strong game by the Moroccan. Really made steam on his right side and was directly involved in almost every dangerous action by Munich. Defensively uncertain only once when he let Gosens run. Rating: 1.5.

4/17

BENJAMIN PAVARD: Led the second most duels on Bayern side (10) and won more than three quarters of them. Made Munich 1-0 after a corner kick when he beat Martínez well. Grade: 2.

5/17

DAYOT UPAMECANO: Defensively as safe as Pavard (75 percent won duels), but also with some good balls in the top. Was allowed to stay in the dressing room at halftime. Grade: 2.5.

6/17

JOSIP STANISIC: You could tell that he lacked match practice. In contrast to Mazraoui, he held back as much as possible offensively and concentrated on his defensive tasks. He did that – in HZ two then as a central defender – sovereign. Grade: 3.5.

7/17

MARCEL SABITZER: Was given a yellow card early in the game and then had to hold back a bit in the duel. Tried a few times from the second row, but lacked precision in his long-range shots. Grade: 3.5.

8/17

JOSHUA KIMMICH: Alongside Sabitzer, he took on the somewhat more offensive part of double six and directed Munich’s attacking game. Always switched quickly after winning the ball. Assist to Pavard’s 1-0 goal. Grade: 2.

9/17

KINGSLEY COMAN: Very noticeable in interaction with Mazraoui. Although he lost the most balls of all Munich players, he always moved well between the chains and brought some dangerous crosses into the Inter-16er. Note 3.

10/17

RYAN GRAVENBERCH: Replaced Musiala in position behind Choupo-Moting. Had a few good moves here and there, but overall you could tell his lack of connection to the Bayern game. grade: 4

11/17

SADIO MANÉ: Not his game. Was unlocked a few times by his colleagues, but didn’t make enough of it. Won only one of his ten duels. A step backwards after the last good performances. Grade: 4.5.

12/17

ERIC MAXIM CHOUPO-MOTING: Captured a lot of balls up front and then repeatedly served the fast wingers Mané and Coman. Continued his goal streak with a fantastic finish from 20 meters to make it 2-0. Rating: 1.5.

13/17

ALPHONSO DAVIES: He took over the position of left-back for Stanisic after the break and provided significantly more offensive drive than his predecessor. Among other things, passers to Choupo-Motings 2:0. Grade: 2.5.

14/17

JAMAL MUSIALA: Breathed new life into Munich’s offensive game after being substituted on. Had some good ideas and could have even scored a goal himself. Grade: 2.5.

15/17

SERGE GNABRY: Even the national player’s desire for football was noticeable after he was substituted on. Chased every ball, attracted a lot of sprints, and could be found almost anywhere on the pitch. But was unsuccessful in his actions. Grade: 3.5.

16/17

MATHYS TEL: Subbed in for Choupo-Moting in the final quarter of an hour. No rating.

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PAUL WANNER: Was allowed to get a taste of the Champions League for the last few minutes. No rating

FC Bayern, News: Sammer complains about disclosure of internals

Matthias Sammer has in his function as PrimeExpert complains that too many internals are made public at FC Bayern. “The only thing that has always surprised me is that so much comes out. It’s always uncomfortable as a coach,” said the ex-professional and coach.

This can distract from the actual main topic, the sporting performance, but is somehow part of it at a club like FC Bayern. “Here, of course, a jackhammer is used. An attempt is made to stage certain topics. Nevertheless, I had the feeling that the problem was being made bigger than it really was.” His tip to Nagelsmann, since he “has a few more years under his belt: just stay calm.”

The Nagelsmann addressed was not asked for his opinion on the subject and only smiled.

FC Bayern, News: Nagelsmann gives an update on Neuer

Bayern coach Julian Nagelsmann has allayed concerns about goalkeeper Manuel Neuer making a World Cup appearance. “Everyone can go to bed in peace,” said Nagelsmann after the 2-0 win against Inter Milan at the end of the group stage in the Champions League Prime video: “The development of the last week is good, he has already trained specifically for the goalkeeper.”

Neuer’s comeback from a shoulder injury could be imminent. “It’s possible that he’ll be back in Berlin this weekend,” said Nagelsmann, referring to Saturday’s Bundesliga game at Hertha BSC. “But we have to see that from day to day.”

FC Bayern: Mané handball causes a stir

A handball by Bayern star Sadio Mané in the penalty area had no consequences in the early stages of the Champions League game against Inter Milan, despite a minute-long VAR check. While ex-referee Wolfgang Stark spoke of a clear wrong decision, Mané himself saw it differently – and the rulers also protected him.

Here is the detailed news.

FC Bayern, News: Pavard caught with alcohol at the wheel

On the fringes of FC Bayern’s game against Inter Milan, Julian Nagelsmann confirmed that Benjamin Pavard had to give up his driver’s license a few weeks ago because of drunk driving. Previously had the Picture-Newspaper reported about the incident.

“I think the club reacted correctly. He saw the mistake. When things happen, you have to let them rest at some point. If the necessary penalty has been imposed, then that’s good,” said Nagelsmann after the second: 0 win in the Champions League against Inter Milan primevideo.

Hasan Salihamidzic also took a stand and downplayed the process as long overdue. There is more information here.