While Bayern faces Inter in the quarterfinals, Franck Ribéry and Arjen Robben confided in the chances of the Bavarian club to lift the C1 in Munich. Decryption.
Ribéry: “Bayern has two big chance this season”
Questioned by the Bayern site, Franck Ribéry did not chew his words : “The club has two big objectives: win the Bundesliga and the Champions League. I hope they will go to the home final. »» A declaration heavy with meaning, while the Allianz Arena will host the final on May 31, 2025. But the former number 7 is careful not to believe it too much, he who lived the trauma of 2012: a defeat in the home final against Chelsea, mentioned with emotion. “I'm not happy to talk about it … it still hurts”, he lets go, under the dark gaze of Arjen Robben, author of the fatal penalty that evening.
Robben suspicious against Inter: “it will be very tight”
Before dreaming of the final, Bayern must eliminate Inter, a formidable opponent in quarters. Arjen Robben, still lucid, warns : “Their defense is ultra-solid, and they are dangerous against. Bayern has a small advantage, but it will go through details. »» A suspense duel for Bavarians yet on fire in the Bundesliga (6 points ahead of Leverkusen).
“The championship is folded”, Dare even Robben, confident in the Kompany effect.
Kompany, the unexpected click
The two legends salute the work of Vincent Kompany, whose impact revived Bayern after a chaotic 2024 season. “The team is well prepared, united, and there is a positive energy”Robben analysis. Ribéry abounds: “The staff does an excellent job. The proof: we find the real face of Bayern. »» A return to grace symbolized by Harry Kane, author of 35 goals this season.
What if they played under Kompany?
Quarter but intriguing question: Robben and Ribéry in the Belgian system? “A good player adapts to everything”replies Robben, quoting his experience under Guardiola. “We said that I did not frame with the Tiki-Taka … However, it worked. »» Ribéry laughs: ” With my dribble, I would have liked this offensive game! »»
Revenge of history?
For Ribéry, a final in Munich would be an opportunity to “Wash the 2012 affront”. But the French, superstitious, prefers to remain cautious: “First beat the inter. Then believe in fate. »» One thing is certain: if Bayern reached on May 31, the Allianz Arena will retain his breath … as in 2012.
