Thomas Mueller admitted even winning a fourth straight German League title on Saturday could not compensate Bayern Munich for their third consecutive Champions League semi-final exit in mid-week.
Thomas Mueller admitted even winning a fourth straight German League title on Saturday could not compensate Bayern Munich for their third consecutive Champions League semi-final exit in mid-week.
But Mueller admitted there was relief at finally having their historic fourth straight league title confirmed.
“It’s a great achievement to have won this title, particularly as Dortmund were the best runners up in Bundesliga history.
“We saw again today that every opponent gives everything when they play against us. People think it’s easy to win the title, but it always seems hard in August.
“Of course we have a lot of quality, but without the right attitude, that doesn’t count for much.”
Bayern will chase another German league record in their final home game against Hanover next Saturday as, having conceded only 16 goals so far in this Bundesliga season, they can break their own best mark of 18 from the 2012/13 season.
Guardiola praised his predecessor, Jupp Heynckes, who steered Bayern to the 2013 treble of Champions League, Bundesliga and German Cup titles, which started the German League run of four straight wins. “I want to share this with Jupp, we have managed something special. There have been many legends at Bayern Munich, but he for me is the real legend. “Thank you, Jupp — thanks for everything.”
