Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel did not hold back in his assessment of defender Kim Min-Jae’s performance in the Champions League semifinal first leg against Real Madrid. Tuchel specifically called out Kim for his mistakes that led to both of Real Madrid’s goals in the 2-2 draw. He highlighted Kim’s “overly ambitious” plays that ultimately resulted in Bayern conceding key goals to their opponents.
Tuchel pointed out that Kim was at fault for giving away a penalty to Vinícius Júnior, which allowed Madrid to equalize. Additionally, Kim’s decision-making in the lead-up to the opening goal was also criticized by Tuchel. The manager emphasized that Kim was “too aggressive” and made unnecessary mistakes that cost Bayern dearly in the match.
Kim Min-Jae, who joined Bayern Munich in the summer transfer window, has faced challenges in adapting to the Bundesliga. Despite his past success with Napoli in Serie A, Kim has found it difficult to maintain his form in his new team. The arrival of Eric Dier in January further impacted Kim’s playing time, as he has been relegated to the bench on several occasions this season.
While Kim Min-Jae’s errors were a focal point of the match, Bayern forward Harry Kane revealed that he remained unfazed by attempts to distract him during a penalty kick. England teammate Jude Bellingham tried to put Kane off with his words, but Kane emphasized that he was focused solely on the task at hand and blocked out any external distractions.
Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are set to face off in the second leg of their Champions League semifinal at the Bernabéu on May 8. With the tie delicately poised at 2-2, both teams will be looking to rectify their mistakes and secure a spot in the final. Thomas Tuchel will undoubtedly be hoping for a stronger defensive performance from Kim Min-Jae and the rest of his squad in the crucial second leg encounter.