Following Bayern Munich’s 1-0 victory over Arsenal in the Champions League semifinals, departing coach Thomas Tuchel took a moment to address his critics. Despite the Bundesliga side not being able to secure any domestic silverware this season, Tuchel’s leadership was questioned, especially after the club’s 11-year reign as champions was ended by Bayer Leverkusen. In response to his critics, Tuchel bluntly pointed out that the criticism mainly came from the media. He emphasized that he had given his all from the first day and will continue to do so until the last day of his tenure at Bayern.
The victory against Arsenal came through Joshua Kimmich’s 63rd-minute header, leading to a 3-2 aggregate win over the two legs. Bayern president Herbert Hainer described Tuchel’s coaching as a “tactical masterpiece,” acknowledging the significant role Tuchel played in the team’s success. This win also marked a historic moment for Tuchel, as he became the first German coach to lead clubs from three different countries to at least the semifinals of the Champions League.
With Bayern set to face Real Madrid in the semifinals, Tuchel expressed his joy and relief at reaching this stage of the competition. He highlighted the significance of beating a top Premier League club and emphasized the special moments that come with such achievements. Tuchel remained focused on the task at hand, acknowledging that the season is not over yet and that there is still work to be done.
As Tuchel prepares to depart from Bayern Munich, he does so with pride in the team’s accomplishment of reaching the semifinals. With the possibility of winning the biggest continental club trophy still within reach, Tuchel reflected on the journey so far and the challenges that lie ahead. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead Bayern in such a critical moment and remains hopeful for what the future holds for the team.
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