"KIM-right, two center backs take charge of Bayern's defense" 獨 Sky, Kim Min-jae-Upamecano duo's defense is 'extremely praised'

"KIM-right, two center backs take charge of Bayern's defense" 獨 Sky, Kim Min-jae-Upamecano duo's defense is 'extremely praised'

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Kim Min-jae and Uphamecano's defensive duo are highly praised in Germany.

Germany's "Sky Sports" recently highlighted the two players' performances under the title of "Dayo Upamecano (26) and Kim Min-jae (28, Bayern Munich) are responsible for the stability of Bayern Munich's defense."

Kim Min-jae played the main role straight from the beginning of last season, his first season after joining Bayern Munich. However, as he played a number of games in a row, there was a "controversy over his overstretchedness," and while he was away at the Asian Cup, he gave up his main position to Eric Dyer and Matheis the Licht.

Since then, he has often been given a chance, but he has shown a sense of play that has fallen off and made several fatal mistakes, leading to criticism that he is a defender who does not fit Bayern's level.

This season, Bayern terminated its contract with Thomas Tuchel and brought in Bangsang Kompany. Kompany's tactic to dramatically raise the defense line and Kim Min-jae matched well, and he is actively playing as the best defense.

The German edition of Sky Sports made headlines by saying, "Four consecutive Bundesliga matches have been a clean sheet! This has not happened for the past six years. Han Ji-flick, Julian Nagelsmann, and Thomas Tuchel failed to achieve this consecutive record."

The media said, "The biggest reason for the recent stability of defense is well-trained central defenders. Early in the season, the defense team showed some signs of faltering performance. Bayern conceded a lot of goals in the matches between Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Barcelona. The situation is different now, however. Upamecano and Kim Min-jae have built trust and are getting more and more harmonious. They now look like the barrier."

"Last season, Kim failed to show the much-anticipated stability. Kim Min-jae has been in Bavaria for a year. He came from a different language and needed time to adapt to the new stage. Even that wasn't easy. However, he has perfectly settled down and is in his best condition," said journalist Kerry Howe.

Sky Sports said, "A solid defense is a clear success story for the new defense led by Coach Bang Sang Kompany. According to Howe, Kompany, who had excellent defensive skills as a player, worked closely with Upamecano and Kim Min-jae."

"In the Bundesliga, we succeeded in beating VfL Bochum, Woonion Berlin, and FC Jeankt Pauli without losing any points following the match against VfB Stuttgart," the media said. "1. The defense was stable in the DFB-Pokal (4-0) match against FSV Mainz 05 and the Champions League match against SL Benfica."

"Of course, Bayern's defense must prove their ability once again against the best teams on the European stage," he said.

"Right after the match against Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Yozua Kimihi also praised the two defenders," Kimihi said during the interview. "It is difficult for them to perform. They have to take responsibility for large spaces, which demonstrates their capabilities. The coach has strengthened the duo. Now they are showing their true value." 온라인바카라

Finally, Sky Sports pointed to the issue of Upamecano's contract. Kim Min-jae is under contract until May 2028, while Upamecano's contract expires in 2026.

"According to our exclusive report, Bayern have decided to sign an extension with Upamecano. He is currently under contract until June 2026. Discussions on the length of the new contract, including the new salary, will take place in the coming weeks," the media added.