- The sound is emanating from within the pear.
Thomas Müller prefers focusing on current events instead of past accomplishments following his 710th outing for FC Bayern Munich, thereby earning the title of their all-time record player. The 34-year-old continues to have ambitious plans as a professional footballer and was thrilled to discuss his stellar goal during their 2-0 victory against SC Freiburg - his 150th goal in his 475th Bundesliga match. "Records aren't much of a concern for me," he declared.
Playing 710 Bayern matches, surpassing Maier by one
"The sensation of scoring a goal like that is incredible," Müller remarked, recalling his dexterous maneuver with his right foot before executing a clever feint and finishing with his left. "It leaves you dizzy, disrupts your hormones. It was an impressive display of technique." He promptly placed it among his top ten goals.
After the match, Müller's teammates in the Bayern locker room celebrated his performance with three red balloons marked 710. With his outing against Freiburg, he surpassed the legendary goalkeeper Sepp Maier (709 games). "Thomas Müller is a legend. He belongs in the same league as Gerd Müller, Sepp Maier, Uli Hoeneß, and other greats," articulated sporting director Max Eberl.
Kimmich finds 710 games "a significant figure"
Fellow teammate Joshua Kimmich was initially blown away by Müller's 710 professional matches. "I think that's a substantial figure, particularly when you're actively involved and fully grasp the challenges of playing 50 games a season. That's remarkable, and he's managed to achieve it for one club!"
Post-game, Bayern supporters in the south curve of the Allianz Arena expressed their adoration for Müller with a banner: "710 times 100% for FC Bayern, and there's no end in sight. Thank you, Chapeau, and keep it up - Thomas."
Müller's contract ends this season, but he remains unhurried and content with his fitness. Even at 34, he yearns for further improvement. "I'm continuously learning, even as my body ages. I feel incredible, and I don't foresee an end yet," he shared.
Opting for leisure over international matches
"Everyone yearns for a starting spot," Müller acknowledged. "I aim to demonstrate my worth to the coach and present myself as a sensible option." However, he also offered his support to Bayern coach Vincent Kompany: "It's challenging for the coach to choose from our offense at the moment."
Instead of international tournaments, Müller is now eager for a two-week vacation following his departure from the national team. "I'm thrilled to have this opportunity to unwind. Then I'll be prepared to rejoin FC Bayern with renewed vigor."
In his illustrious career with FC Bayern Munich, Thomas Müller has surpassed the legendary goalkeeper Sepp Maier's record of 709 games, making him the all-time record player from Bavaria.
Müller's outstanding performance in the 2-0 victory against SC Freiburg saw his teammates in the Bayern locker room celebrate with three red balloons marked 710, honoring his record-breaking 710th game in Bavaria.
