In a notable shift within German football, Bayer Leverkusen dethroned Bayern Munich as Bundesliga champions last season. Despite a recent loss to Leipzig, former Bayern Munich midfielder Toni Kroos has forecasted that Leverkusen will continue to be a dominant force in the league. Kroos, who enjoyed a successful stint at Real Madrid following his transfer from Bayern, shared his predictions about the upcoming season during a recent episode of the “Einfach mal Luppen” podcast with his brother, Felix.
Kroos believes that Leverkusen’s impressive performance last season, in which they went undefeated, has set a high bar for this year. He attributes their strong position to their stable squad and astute signings, maintaining that Leverkusen will be a formidable contender for the title once again. Kroos’s confidence in Leverkusen’s ability to perform well this season underscores his belief in their consistency and strategic approach.
On the other hand, Kroos is less optimistic about Bayern Munich’s prospects. Despite their historical dominance in German football, Kroos predicts that Bayern will finish the season in third place. He cites the recent changes at Bayern, including the hiring of Vincent Kompany as head coach and the major squad adjustments with new players like Michael Olise, Joao Palhinha, and Hiroki Ito, as factors contributing to their expected drop in performance. In contrast, Kroos highlights Leverkusen’s stability under coach Xabi Alonso as a key advantage.
Kroos also made surprising predictions regarding Borussia Dortmund. Initially doubtful about Dortmund’s prospects due to previous transfer decisions, Kroos has revised his opinion, now anticipating that they will finish in second place. He attributes this change to Dortmund’s successful summer transfer window, which has significantly improved their squad.
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Looking beyond the Bundesliga, Kroos is confident about Real Madrid’s future in European football. He asserts that Real Madrid will continue their dominance in the Champions League, stating, “I firmly believe that Real Madrid will be champions again. I have no doubts about it.” Kroos also predicts that Atlético Madrid will secure second place, surpassing Barcelona in the race for European honors.
Kroos’s predictions reflect his deep understanding of both the Bundesliga and the Champions League landscapes. His insights provide a valuable perspective on how the season might unfold, particularly regarding Leverkusen’s potential and Bayern Munich’s challenges. As the new season progresses, Kroos’s forecasts will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the footballing calendar.
