I'd say: believe in yourself. Of course, you need a family that's 100% behind you. My parents used to drive me to training, a 45-minute drive each way. You also need a solid circle of friends and shouldn't let yourself be talked into doing silly things like smoking. My friends are perfect; they always have my back.
Bayern Munich's frugal nature may oft get under the skin of fans. But one advantage to their budget-conscious approach means that the German record champions have not reported a financial loss for 30 consecutive years and even crossed the one billion Euro revenue threshold in the 2023/24 season - a first in the club's, then, 124 year history.
Marco Reus stands out as a symbolic figure. Loyal, technically gifted, and frequently central in big matches, he became closely associated with Borussia Dortmund's attempts to disrupt Bayern Munich's domestic dominance. There was nothing particularly controversial about him; it was more the repetition of decisive moments and emotional celebrations that gradually built frustration.
Bayern Munich are reportedly scouting and keeping FC Twente center-back Ruud Nijstad on their shortlist. Christian Falk reports that Bayern are interested in the Dutch defender and the club has demanded around 10 million euros to let go of their young talent. Bayern is reportedly just one of several top clubs that have him on their radar.
The biggest differences are clearly the physicality and intensity; the training is much more strenuous than in youth football. I can't compare dribbling against a 17-year-old to dribbling against [Bayern teammate] Dayot Upamecano.
FC Bayern II have been docked a point and fined €26k by the Bavarian Football Association (BFV) for repeatedly setting off pyrotechnics. According to the BFV, FCB II fans violated the rules for the tenth time this season during the match against Wacker Burghausen at the beginning of December by 'repeatedly setting off pyrotechnic devices, thereby also posing an acute danger to players on the pitch'
Marcel Desailly. You probably know him from a legend card on FIFA or something. He was my idol, a very strong defender. He won the World Cup with France. He was a good example.
