FC Bayern is entering the decisive phase of the season comparatively injury-free – internally, this is seen as an important factor in the title race
In addition to the increased team cohesion, the significant reduction in the number of injuries is seen as a major plus. In the previous season, long-term absences such as Jamal Musiala (fibula fracture), Alphonso Davies (cruciate ligament rupture) and Hiroki Ito (metatarsal fracture) repeatedly slowed the Munich team down. The record champions have been spared such month-long setbacks so far this season
Although Manuel Neuer (torn fibre in his calf) and Alphonso Davies (torn muscle fibre in his thigh) are currently missing, the number of muscular injuries has decreased noticeably compared to previous years. This is now paying off
Full squad as a signal
The 5:1 against Hoffenheim at the beginning of February was a highly symbolic moment: for the first time in around a year, coach Vincent Kompany was able to call on almost all his stars again. At the start of the season, there was still great concern that the squad might be too thinly spread. Now there is hardly any talk of this
Internally, the development is also attributed to structural adjustments in the fitness and rehab areas. The club management made personnel adjustments before the season – apparently with success
Two new additions in the background
According to Sport BILD, two new faces in particular are playing a key role: rehabilitation coach Benjamin Sommer, who joined from Eintracht Frankfurt last summer, and athletics coach Quirin Löppert, who was hired from FC Augsburg in January
According to the report, both are held in high regard within the club and are considered to be partly responsible for the stable physical condition of many of the professionals. Especially in a season in which FC Bayern is fighting for titles in several competitions, this fitness advantage can become a decisive factor.
