Kim Min-jae's fiery spirit, which was thrown away after burning white, calmed down all at once and ranked second in the rating

Sep 21, 2025

Kim Min-jae's fiery spirit, which was thrown away after burning white, calmed down all at once and ranked second in the rating



Kim Min-jae's fiery spirit, which was thrown away after burning white, calmed down all at once and ranked second in the rating
Criticism poured in on the strong performance of 'Iron Pillar', which burned everything. This is due to his best performance objectively, without sparing his body.

Bayern Munich's 「Iron Column」 Kim Min-jae silenced critical public opinion against him with a hot performance. It was the result of a performance comparable to that of Harry Kane, the goaltender of the team that achieved the hat trick.

Kim Min-jae started in the fourth round of the Bundesliga in the 2025-2026 season against TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at the Free Zero Arena in Jinsheim, Germany on the 20th (Korea time). It was his first chance to start this season. Kim Min-jae played right center back in the 4-2-3-1 formation. On the left, Jonathan Ta, recruited by Munich ahead of this season, was placed to work with Kim Min-jae.




For Kim Min-jae, it was a chance to come back from the edge of the cliff. Ahead of this season, 'Kim Min-jae's theory of uselessness' arose sharply. There was also criticism from the local community that Kim Min-jae should be sold quickly. He seemed to have forgotten all of his commitments last season, ranking second in the team's playing time. Only the last part of last season, which was sluggish due to the aftermath of the injury, was highlighted. When the Italian Serie A club showed interest in Kim Min-jae, some suggested that Munich should hurry to sell it.

Kim Min-jae's fiery spirit, which was thrown away after burning white, calmed down all at once and ranked second in the rating
Munich coach Ben Sang Kompany also showed little expectation for Kim Min-jae. This is because he evaluated that his form fell significantly in the aftermath of the injury. Therefore, he was substituted in the first round, but in the second and third rounds, he only kept the bench. Kim Min-jae was gradually becoming the team's 'surplus resources'. At this rate, it was difficult to receive good reviews in the transfer market in January next year.

Kim Min-jae poured all his energy into the hard-won starting opportunity in these worst situations. He threw his whole body to prevent his team's loss. In particular, the scene where Hoffenheim midfielder Muhammad Damar blocked the shot with his body at the end of Jeon Man was crucial. Damar's shot flew to the side without goalkeeper Munich Manuel Neuer and almost scored. However, Kim Min-jae stopped it with his body. It was a super save that was equivalent to scoring one goal. Cain's fellow Munich players approached Kim Min-jae and praised him.




Kim Min-jae, who revived his responsibility and dedication in his heyday, slightly injured his calf in the 22nd minute of the second half during the aerial ball competition. The calf suffered from pain as it collapsed after floating without touching the body and violently colliding with Islani. Kim Minjae was checked by the medical staff, and it's only 2 minutes later He was replaced by Ufemecano.

Kim Min-jae's fiery spirit, which was thrown away after burning white, calmed down all at once and ranked second in the rating
Unfortunately, he couldn't play full time, but Kim Min-jae was definitely the hero of the day. Kane scored a hat trick on offense, and Kim Min-jae made a super save with a hustle play that spared no effort in defense. Kim Min-jae's performance drew favorable reviews from statistical companies.

Footmob gave Kim Min-jae a 7.9 rating. It was the second-highest of both teams. Kim Min-jae performed outstandingly throughout the defense, with a 94% pass success rate, one tackle success, six clearing, three header clearings, and six recovery.




If this performance continues, there is a possibility that Munich will regain its main center back position. The key is physical condition. On this day, he couldn't play full-time due to calf pain. It is expected that Kim Min-jae will be able to take his full place only when the calf pain subsides quickly and does not recur in the future.



Reporter Lee Won-man wman@sportschosun.com



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.