Jose Mourinho: 'Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich is among world's best'
4 years, 4 months ago

Jose Mourinho: 'Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich is among world's best'

Daily Mail  

Joshua Kimmich has been showered in praise by Jose Mourinho, who feels the 'phenomenal' Bayern Munich star must be spoken about in the same breath as the world's best footballers. Joshua Kimmich has been a stand-out performer in Germany and European football this year Jose Mourinho feels the 'phenomenal' 25-year-old is now among the best players in the world Mourinho told DAZN of the German's many attributes which impressed him, saying: 'I see him as a top right-back, left-back, centre-back, No 6, No 8, No 10. he has the qualities to be anything! Kimmich looks set for a huge role as Bayern meet PSG in the Lisbon final on Sunday evening, as the Champions League finally comes to a conclusion following the coronavirus hiatus. Kimmich had huge influence in the Barcelona tie and condemned the Spaniards to a heavy loss Kimmich was still playing for Leipzig the last time Bayern Munich won the Champions League Guiding Bayern to their sixth European cup would undoubtedly raise the status of Kimmich even further, though Mourinho feels he is already up their among the biggest names in the game.

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Kimmich praises Nagelsmann amid reports Bayern coach out
1 year, 9 months ago

Kimmich praises Nagelsmann amid reports Bayern coach out

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich praised Julian Nagelsmann as an “outstanding” coach Friday amid reports that the 35-year-old manager is set to be fired and replaced by Thomas Tuchel. Both Kicker magazine and the German tabloid Bild reported Thursday that Bayern was ending Nagelsmann’s spell in charge following the team’s 2-1 loss at Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga on Sunday. …

Joshua Kimmich revels on return to Bayern's midfield after Covid scare
2 years, 11 months ago

Joshua Kimmich revels on return to Bayern's midfield after Covid scare

The Hindu  

Germany star Joshua Kimmich revelled on his return to Bayern Munich's midfield after being sidelined by Covid, then played out of position when the virus had depleted the squad of the Bundesliga leaders. Kimmich produced a superb display Sunday on his long-awaited return to Bayern's midfield in a 4-1 romp away at Hertha Berlin having played their two previous league …

Bayern's Kimmich out until January after Covid-related lung damage
3 years, 1 month ago

Bayern's Kimmich out until January after Covid-related lung damage

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich said Thursday that star midfielder Joshua Kimmich would not return to action until January as he recovers from lung damage caused by COVID-19. "I'm happy my self-isolation caused by the coronavirus has ended," said Kimmich, expected to be one of Germany's leading players at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Kimmich sparked a vaccination debate in Germany last …

Bayern's Joshua Kimmich out, Leon Goretzka doubtful against Dortmund
3 years, 1 month ago

Bayern's Joshua Kimmich out, Leon Goretzka doubtful against Dortmund

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich will be without key midfielder Joshua Kimmich when it travels to Borussia Dortmund on Saturday while fellow midfielder Leon Goretzka is doubtful for the top of the table Bundesliga clash, Bayern coach Julian Nagelsmann said on Friday. READ : Germany international Goretzka's participation, even more crucial given the absence of Kimmich in midfield, will be decided as late …

Bayern’s Kimmich, Choupo-Moting positive for coronavirus
3 years, 1 month ago

Bayern’s Kimmich, Choupo-Moting positive for coronavirus

Associated Press  

MUNICH — A month after Joshua Kimmich became the face of Germany’s debate over vaccine hesitancy, the Bayern Munich midfielder has tested positive for the coronavirus along with teammate Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, the club said Wednesday. Bayern said both were “doing well.” Kimmich said last month in a TV interview that he had not yet made a decision about whether …

Kimmich extends contract with Bayern Munich till 2025
3 years, 4 months ago

Kimmich extends contract with Bayern Munich till 2025

The Hindu  

Defender Joshua Kimmich has extended his contract at FC Bayern Munich till 2025, the German Bundesliga champion announced on Monday. The 26-year-old has won six Bundesliga titles, three DFB cups, the Champions League in 2020, five DFL Super Cups, FIFA Club World Cup and the UEFA Super Cups with Bayern. Oliver Kahn, the club's sporting director, wrote on Twitter, "We …

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich out until January after knee operation
4 years, 2 months ago

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich out until January after knee operation

Firstpost  

Kimmich damaged the meniscus in his right knee in a challenge on Borussia Dortmund forward Erling Haaland during Bayern’s 3-2 win over its title rival on Saturday. Munich: Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich will be out until January after undergoing a knee operation, the club said. The injury rules Kimmich out of Germany’s team for Nations League games against Ukraine …

Joshua Kimmich, Germany's heartbeat for Euro 2020 and beyond – DW – 06
4 years, 2 months ago

Joshua Kimmich, Germany's heartbeat for Euro 2020 and beyond – DW – 06

Deutsche Welle  

Whether from defense or midfield, Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich heads Germany's next generation. As Germany begin another major tournament, the conversation around where Joshua Kimmich will play returns, and with it the inevitable comparisons to legendary captain Philipp Lahm. Five years later, after endless club glory and a seamless transition from world-class right back to one of the best …

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich to lead team against Fortuna Duesseldorf
4 years, 7 months ago

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich to lead team against Fortuna Duesseldorf

Firstpost  

The Germany international, who joined Bayern in 2015, has filled the leadership void left by the retirement of Philipp Lahm and Thomas Mueller’s struggle for form in recent seasons Berlin: Joshua Kimmich’s winner in Bayern Munich’s big game against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday not only put the Bundesliga champions on track to retain their title but was a reminder of …

Joshua Kimmich believes Borussia Dortmund will struggle to overturn Bayern Munich's seven-point lead
4 years, 7 months ago

Joshua Kimmich believes Borussia Dortmund will struggle to overturn Bayern Munich's seven-point lead

Daily Mail  

Joshua Kimmich believes Borussia Dortmund will struggle to overturn Bayern Munich's seven-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga table after their 1-0 defeat to the Bavarians. And Kimmich revealed post-match that advice on Dortmund goalkeeper Roman Burki's positioning led him to score what he described as 'the best goal' of his career. Joshua Kimmich believes Borussia Dortmund will struggle …

Social media lauds Joshua Kimmich's lob to give Bayern Munich victory against Borussia Dortmund
4 years, 7 months ago

Social media lauds Joshua Kimmich's lob to give Bayern Munich victory against Borussia Dortmund

Daily Mail  

Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich has been lauded for his instinctive finish that gave his side the 1-0 victory against Borussia Dortmund in Tuesday's Der Klassiker. Joshua Kimmich has been praised for his instinctive finish after scoring for Bayern Munich The German midfielder received Kingsley Coman's pass before lobbing 'keeper Roman Burki The goal gave Bayern Munich the advantage against …

Coronavirus: Bayern's Kimmich says players 'have responsibility'
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: Bayern's Kimmich says players 'have responsibility'

The Hindu  

Joshua Kimmich feels high-profile footballers have "a certain responsibility" to play their part in the fight against coronavirus. Earlier this month, Bayern Munich and Germany midfielder Kimmich set up an initiative along with club and international team-mate Leon Goretzka called 'We Kick Corona', a fund for charities and social institutions during the COVID-19 crisis. There have been 2,000 donors to …

What Jose Mourinho will have learned from his first week in charge of Spurs
5 years, 1 month ago

What Jose Mourinho will have learned from his first week in charge of Spurs

Daily Mail  

Given the relationship between Jose Mourinho and Spurs before his arrival in north London, his first week in charge could not have gone much better. Jose Mourinho has won his first two matches in charge since taking over at Tottenham Hotspur The Portuguese manager will have learned plenty from the games he has overseen The Mourinho charm offensive It was …

Jose Mourinho is a serial winner but could he dominate with Borussia Dortmund?
5 years, 2 months ago

Jose Mourinho is a serial winner but could he dominate with Borussia Dortmund?

Daily Mail  

Jose Mourinho boasts one of football's greatest managerial records with domestic championships in four different countries and two Champions League trophies achieved with big underdogs. Mourinho's ability to tighten up a defence could benefit Borussia Dortmund, who despite re-signing Mats Hummels in the summer are still conceding over a goal a game NO - SUSPICION OF YOUTH Dortmund's strategy has …

Kimmich casts doubt on Manchester City star Sane joining Bayern Munich
5 years, 5 months ago

Kimmich casts doubt on Manchester City star Sane joining Bayern Munich

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich has cast doubt on Leroy Sane's transfer by saying the Manchester City winger would "already be here" if he wanted to join the Bundesliga champion. Speculation over Sane's future hit fever pitch after Bayern coach Niko Kovac publicly stated he is confident of signing the Germany international, before apologising to City boss Pep Guardiola for …

Jose Mourinho would bring glamour to Bayern Munich - Michael Ballack
5 years, 8 months ago

Jose Mourinho would bring glamour to Bayern Munich - Michael Ballack

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho taking over Bayern Munich would bring "a certain glamour" to the club and the Bundesliga, says Michael Ballack. READ | Oblak inks new Atletico Madrid contract to 2023 Should Bayern decide to make a new appointment Ballack believes Mourinho, who he played under at Chelsea and has been unemployed since being sacked by Manchester United in December, would …

Joshua Kimmich excited by Bundesliga title challenge
6 years, 1 month ago

Joshua Kimmich excited by Bundesliga title challenge

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich has revealed his excitement at being involved in such a challenging Bundesliga campaign. Niko Kovac's side moved up to second place with a 3-0 victory over its Bavarian rival Nurnberg, but it remains nine points behind leaders Borussia Dortmund, wich beat Schalke 2-1. Kimmich's corner set up Robert Lewandowski's opener, with the Poland striker adding a …

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