Thomas Müller: A venerable farewell after 20 years at Bayern!

Thomas Müller says goodbye on May 10, 2025 after over 20 years from FC Bayern Munich with an emotional home game.
Thomas Müller says goodbye on May 10, 2025 after over 20 years from FC Bayern Munich with an emotional home game. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Thomas Müller: A venerable farewell after 20 years at Bayern!

On May 10, 2025, Thomas Müller said goodbye to FC Bayern Munich after more than 20 years. In an emotional last home game against Borussia Mönchengladbach, which ends 2-0 for Bayern, Müller receives his 13th German championship and thus the 33rd title with the club. This week was not only for Müller, but for the entire club a historical moment that fans celebrated in the Allianz Arena. Applause and an impressive choreography honored the long-time player, who has been part of the Bayern family since 2004.

The farewell was characterized by emotional moments. Players celebrated on the pitch and not only took the championship shell, but also enjoyed beer showers in the middle of the cheering family positions. Captain Manuel Neuer was also present and together with Müller one of the last master shells was presented. This turning point, as Hansi Flick described it, will go down in the history of the club, and the importance of the game was aware of everyone involved, emphasized the coach Vincent Kompany and sports director Max Eberl.

thriller about Müller's future

Although Müller signed a new mini contract for the club World Cup, which begins on June 14th, it remains unclear how things will continue after this season. No new contract was offered, and questions about his end of his career or a possible change, especially in the Major League Soccer (MLS), are in the room. The player himself has not yet clearly expressed himself in his future and remains reserved at the moment.

Müller sees the concentration on the game as important and would like to enjoy the emotions afterwards. This decision shows how strong it was confronted with the events in the past few weeks. He developed his 750th competitive game for FC Bayern that day.

a creative player and a golden career

Thomas Müller is not only known as a "German interpreter", but is also considered a fan favorite. His extraordinary way of playing and his ability to interpret rooms on the field have brought a new dimension into the game of Bavaria. The interactions between him and his teammates ensured admiration among fans and experts. The countdown to his farewell came faster than many expected because the Bayern bosses decided not to extend Müller's contract after the season.

The emotions about this farewell are also reflected in the words of Uli Hoeneß, who believes that Müller has the potential to become a "great manager". At a time when football is constantly changing, his path is being pursued with excitement both in football and beyond.

How the history of FC Bayern Munich will change with the departure from a legend remains to be seen. But the important influence of Thomas Müller on and next to the square has remained unforgettable in the German football landscape, and his inherit

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