„This is incredible!“: Kompany hopes for Müller’s MLS coup | OneFootball

Ahead of what is probably the most spectacular MLS final of all time, many eyes in Munich are also turning to North America. Because when Lionel Messi and Inter Miami meet the Vancouver Whitecaps and ex-Bayern professional Thomas Müller, the entire record-breaking champions will be in on the excitement. Vincent Kompany made it clear on Friday how great the appreciation for the long-time FCB leader still is – even months after his departure

The MLS final between Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps is electrifying around the world and is also causing great emotions at FC Bayern. Lionel Messi on the one hand, Thomas Müller on the other: there has rarely been more star power in the history of the North American league. For Müller, it is a chance to add a title to his much-noticed USA adventure after just a few months

Since his transfer in the summer, the 36-year-old has taken the Whitecaps by storm. With nine goals and four assists in twelve appearances, he is not only a key player in sporting terms, but also an emotional fixture for the Canadians. Vancouver owes its run to the final largely to his creative impetus – and his well-known flair for decisive moments

Kompany: „The feeling is still alive that Thomas is still with us in some way“

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Vincent Kompany emphasized at the matchday press conference ahead of the Bundesliga game against Stuttgart that Müller’s departure from Munich does not mean that the connection has been broken. „We are betting everything on Vancouver, the feeling is still alive that Thomas is still with us in a way,“ said the Bayern coach. The words illustrate the esteem Müller continues to enjoy at the club – and how close his influence remains even after his departure

For Kompany, it is no coincidence that Müller is immediately making history again in North America. „It’s typical of Thomas that he picks a club in Canada and then goes on to win the next title. That’s not luck, it’s incredible,“ enthused the Belgian. This mixture of instinct, intelligence and unwavering ambition had already distinguished Müller in Munich – and is now also shaping Vancouver

A final with a Bayern heart – and global appeal

The fact that the MLS final is attracting so much attention worldwide is not solely down to the Messi v Müller duel, but both emblematically represent two eras of world soccer. While Messi is aiming for the next milestone in his career with Inter Miami, Müller could add another exotic success to his impressive collection of titles

For FC Bayern, it is clear whose side they are on. The Munich club are not only rooting for their long-time crowd favourite – they continue to feel a close bond with him. Müller has instantly lifted the Whitecaps to a new level

Saturday evening (from 20:30) will show whether the feeling Kompany describes is confirmed: that Müller still has a piece of Bavaria in him on the other side of the world – and may soon be the next triumphant player.