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Published on 2024-02-17 13:28:30
Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel expressed his concern about the recent form of star striker Harry Kane, stating that the team needs to find better ways to involve him in matches and keep him satisfied. Kane has struggled to make an impact in the last two games, both of which ended in losses for Bayern. Tuchel emphasized the importance of addressing this issue as the team prepares to face off against Bochum on Sunday, noting that Bayern has not experienced a three-match losing streak since 2015.
Tuchel praised Kane’s abilities in training and his influence on the team, describing it as “absolutely world-class.” However, he also highlighted the stark contrast between Kane’s performance in training and his effectiveness in actual games. Tuchel expressed his surprise at the noticeable difference between the two and emphasized the need to address the problem.
The coach refrained from offering direct advice to Kane, stating that the experienced striker is capable of handling his own game. He acknowledged Kane’s dissatisfaction with his current situation and stressed that the team shares the sentiment, recognizing the need for improvement.
Despite Kane’s remarkable performance of scoring 24 league goals in 21 games this season, he was unable to make a significant impact in the recent matches against Bayer Leverkusen and Lazio in the Champions League. Tuchel acknowledged the challenges faced by the team, describing the atmosphere as “gloomy,” but reassured that they are fully committed to turning things around.
With the team trailing behind Leverkusen by five points and 13 games remaining in the season, Tuchel underscored the importance of addressing the current issues and focusing on the task at hand. He acknowledged the struggles Bayern has faced in maintaining their dominance in the Bundesliga, having won the past 11 titles, and stressed the need for collective effort in overcoming the challenges ahead.
