Kim Minjae vs Holan? Bayern failed to go straight to the round of 16 in the UCL despite the defeat of Bratislava 31, and clashed with Manchester City or Celtic over PO

Jan 30, 2025

'monster" Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich) played full-time. However, Bayern Munich failed to win a direct ticket to the round of 16 in the European Champions League. Bayern won 3-1 in the final European Champions League phase of the 2024-2025 season against Slovan Bratislava (Slovak) at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany on the 30th (Korea time). Bayern, which had 15 points (5-3 losses, goal difference +8), had the same points, but ranked 12th in goal difference, trailing Atalanta (+14), Dortmund (+10), and Real Madrid (+9). Bayern did not get a direct ticket to the round of 16, which was given to the eighth place, and had to be satisfied with advancing to the round of 16 playoffs, where the 9th to 24th places came out.

'Monster'Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich) played full time. However, Bayern Munich failed to win a direct ticket to the round of 16 in the European Champions League.

Bayern won 3-1 in the final European Champions League phase of the 2024-2025 season against Slovan Bratislava (Slovak) at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany on the 30th (Korea time). Bayern, which had 15 points (5-3 losses, goal difference +8), had the same points, but ranked 12th in goal difference, trailing Atalanta (+14), Dortmund (+10), and Real Madrid (+9). Bayern did not get a direct ticket to the round of 16, which was given to the eighth place, and had to be satisfied with advancing to the round of 16 playoffs, where the 9th to 24th places came out.

Kim Min-jae worked with Yosif Stanisic on this day. Bayern's defense collapsed. Eric Dier was unable to play at all, and Dayo Upamecano was unable to join the team's training due to injury. Kim Min-jae was also in a bad situation. Kim Min-jae lasted only about 10 minutes of team training.

His participation was unclear, but he was eventually listed as a starter. Kim Min-jae played his part even in a bad situation playing with Stanisic, not a professional center back. As he was not in normal condition, he did not show his unique explosive main strength, but he played a seasoned defense. In the absence of a professional center back, he effectively prevented the opponent's counterattack several times with a close appearance.

He also shone in the attack. His unique build-up ability was the best on the day. If necessary, they actively went up and supported the attack. In the 30th minute of the first half, he attempted a volley from a corner, and in the 43rd minute, he even hit a powerful mid-range shot that is rarely shown. Slightly off the post, he swallowed his disappointment. In the 39th minute of the second half, it served as the starting point for the third goal. Jamal Musiala, who Kim Min-jae received an accurate forward pass, started to develop and led to Serge Gnabry's shot. Kingsley Comang, who was running in without the goalkeeper handling it properly, pushed the shot.

Kim Min-jae played full time on the day, recording two tackles, one clearance, and four successful aerial ball competitions. In the attack, he recorded a 92% pass success rate, one dribble breakthrough, and two shots. Footmob, a statistical media outlet, gave an 8.0 rating. SofaScore gave a rating of 7.5 and HuscoredCom gave a rating of 7.23. All of them were good reviews.

Bayern put forward a 4-1-4-1 model on the day. Harry Kane was at the forefront, and Matisse Tell, Thomas Muller, Michael Olise and Leroy You were at the second line. Aleksandar Pavlovic kept the midfield. Sasha Boy, Kim Min-jae, Stanisic and Joshua Kim Mi-hi made four backs. Manuel Neuer defended the goal.

Bayern scored the first goal in the eighth minute of the first half and played smoothly. From the right, Kimihi crossed. Müller sensibly turned it back with a header and shook the net. Bayern's offensive, which needed multiple points, continued. In the 22nd minute, Tel, who received Kimihi's forward pass, attempted a powerful shot from an angled spot. I hit the side net.

In the 26th minute, we were in crisis. Bayern, which lost the ball to opposition pressure, allowed Marcelli to shoot threateningly, but fortunately, Neuer's good defense overcame the crisis.

Bayern went on a wave of attacks, but struggled to create opportunities. Eventually, Kim Min-jae participated in the attack. He came up to the top in the 43rd minute and fired a powerful mid-range shot. Slightly off the post. In the end, Bayern's 1-0 lead ended the first half.

Bayern became more aggressive in the second half. However, it gave up Bratislava a counterattack. Kim Min-jae blocked it well through proper cover. In the 8th minute of the second half, Bayern created a good opportunity with your shot following Tel's cutback, but unfortunately it did not lead to a goal.

Bayern made three changes in the 15th minute of the second half. Except for Boy, Müller and Tell, I put Musiala, Comang, and Gnabry. This replacement was effective. Bayern changed the mood and scored an additional 18 minutes. Kane connected the cross from the left with a header to open the score 2-0.

Bayern's offensive continued. 20 min Gnabry went on the counterattack. You got the pass and tried to shoot. He was blocked by the defense. The shot he hit again went straight to the goalkeeper. Bayern scored their third goal in the 39th minute. Musiala, who received Kim Min-jae's pass, stabbed Gnabry, and Gnabry's shot was blocked by the goalkeeper. The ball that came out was pushed in by Comang to make it 3-0.

Two minutes later, Bayern missed the chance to score an additional goal. Musiala's pass is connected to you. Your powerful left footed shot came off the crossbar. Bayern, which needed more goals, took out Stanisic and put in Rafael Geheiro to become more aggressive. But this choice was poisonous.

Bayern allowed Tolic, who was replaced in the 44th minute of the second half, to lose a point. The goal difference was reduced to +8, effectively failing to go straight to the round of 16. In the end, the game ended with a score of 3-1.

The round of 16 draw will be held on the 31st. Bayern will meet 21st-ranked Celtic or 22nd-ranked Man City. In the round of 16, the 9th to 16th places are seeded teams, and the 17th to 24th places are non-seeded teams. Bayern is in danger of meeting on the road to the round of 16 in ㅕ as Manchester City is in an unexpected slump. If the match between Bayern and Manchester City takes place, the final-level match will be held from the preliminary round. In this case, Kim Min-jae, who is called one of the world's best defenders, and Elling Holan, one of the world's best strikers, will face off. It's a match that makes your heart grow grand.

This article was translated by Naver AI translator.