After the embarrassing 2-3 defeat against VfL Bochum, there is a sense of alarm at FC Bayern. Criticism is pouring in on the team and coach from all sides – tennis legend Boris Becker was also seriously disappointed by the record champions’ recent performances.
For years, Becker has been considered a noble FC Bayern fan, always rooting for the Munich team at national level and in the Champions League. The 56-year-old was accordingly satisfied after his third competitive defeat within a week.
After the first round in Bochum, Becker wrote on
At this point, the home team was already surprisingly leading 2-1, Jamal Musiala’s early goal (14th) was countered by Takuma Asano (38th) and Keven Schlotterbeck (44th) before the break.
Things didn’t go any better for FC Bayern in the second half either. At the 60th minute, Becker rumbled: “You get the impression that the players haven’t yet understood the seriousness of the situation!”
FC Bayern: Becker dissatisfied with Tuchel’s tactics
The low point was finally reached when substitute Dayot Upamecano was sent off for the second time in four days. His foul in the penalty area resulted in a penalty, which Kevin Stöger (78th) converted.
“Wow… now it’s getting dramatic!” Becker put his finger in the Bayern wound. Although Harry Kane (87th) brought the guests close again when they were outnumbered, it was no longer enough.
Becker made no secret of his frustration with coach Tuchel’s tactical approach. “Leroy Sané is finally there and he’s already up to speed…” commented the former tennis superstar on the substitution of the German national player, who had previously surprisingly sat on the bench.
In fact, it was only when FC Bayern played with fast wingers that they were able to unleash constant pressure – a big nuisance for Becker.