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'Monster Defender' Kim Min-jae's return to Bayern Munich seems to be a long way off.
Bayern Munich, led by head coach Vincent Kompany, will play the second Group C match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup against Boca Juniors (Argentina) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida on the 21st (Korea time).
Bayern Munich is considered a strong candidate for the championship. In fact, he defeated Oakland City (New Zealand) 10-0 in the first match of the tournament held at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio on the 16th. At that time, Jamal Musiala achieved a hat trick. Kingsley Coman and Michael Olise also scored two goals each. Also, 'Legend'Thomas Muller showed his veteran power by opening the scoring.
On the 20th, global sports media Vine Sports wrote 'Bayern Munich made a new history of the Club World Cup in the opening game. It was the most goal-scoring victory in a game in this tournament. Even if the previous format is included, it is also the case,' the report said.
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The second opponent is Boca Juniors. Coach Kompany said "All the teams participating in this competition are the favorites. The opponent is good at playing transitions. The team spirit is also good. We have respect for each other."
The problem is Kim Min-jae's condition. Kim Min-jae was the core of Bayern Munich's defense in the 2024-2025 season. He played various competitions despite suffering from Achilles tendon inflammation, sore throat, and back pain. The International Federation of Professional Footballers (FIFPRO) raised concerns. Kim Min-jae played 3,593 minutes in a total of 43 games in the 2024-2025 season. Bayern Munich reached the top of the German Bundesliga in the 2024-2025 season with Kim Min-jae's sacrifice and dedication. However, Kim Min-jae left the team from the end of the season and focused on rehabilitation. Kim Min-jae accompanied the team ahead of this tournament, but has yet to appear in the game.
Coach Kompany said " (return to injury) Mussiala and Dayo Upamecano did not play for a long time. I'm so glad they're back healthy. I'll see what happens to the other players."
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
