FC Bayern is taking giant strides towards the next championship – and is already thinking ahead. President Herbert Hainer has confidently commented on the sporting situation, setting his sights not only on the title but also on the treble
The starting position is clear. With a comfortable lead in the Bundesliga title race, Munich are on course for the trophy. Even if nothing is mathematically decided yet, Hainer left no doubt as to where the journey will take them. „I believe we will become champions without being arrogant now,“ the 71-year-old explained in an interview with Sky ahead of the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin. A statement that underlines the current dominance of the German record champions
A nine-point lead at the end of the season – a constellation that has rarely slipped out of FC Bayern’s grasp in the past. Hainer emphasized his team’s strong position accordingly, without lapsing into complacency. Rather, his words resonate with a mixture of conviction and professional caution
The fact that Bayern have already been crowned champions several times shows how experienced the club is in dealing with such situations. Internally, however, the tension is likely to be kept high in order to avoid taking any unnecessary risks, as it is also clear that a title alone is no longer enough for the demands at Säbener Strasse
Real Madrid as a key opponent on the way to the treble
While the championship seems almost within reach, the focus is increasingly turning to the international stage, where Real Madrid, probably the biggest touchstone in European club soccer, awaits. For Hainer, it is clear that this duel will take place at eye level. He does not see a favourite: „Real Madrid is of course a hammer. I don’t think there is a favourite either.“
Both teams have played their way through the previous rounds with aplomb and both have enormous experience at the highest level. The anticipation is correspondingly high – and not just in Munich. „The whole soccer world will be watching these two duels,“ Hainer continued
However, one decisive factor could be on Bayern’s side this time. Unlike in previous years, the second leg will take place in Munich – a potential advantage that could make the difference in close knockout duels. In addition, the club still seems to have a certain amount of motivation from past defeats. Hainer spoke of having „a score to settle“
Triple as a clear goal – without shying away from big words
It is no coincidence that people in Munich are once again talking openly about the treble. The conditions are right, the team looks stable and the results give cause for hope. Hainer made no secret of the fact that the club wants to seize this opportunity. „We have the chance. And as you know FC Bayern, if we have the chance, then we want to make it happen.“
This statement sums up the club’s DNA. FC Bayern is never just about achieving goals, but about maximum ambition. The treble is more than just a dream – it is an ambition that is always formulated when the sporting situation allows it
However, it is also clear that the road to this goal is long and full of challenges. Particularly in the Champions League, the form of the day, small details or even luck are often decisive. But Munich have put themselves in a position where they can dream of more.