Although they eliminated Paris Saint-Germain, they lost the top spot after losing to Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga, and Bayern Munich is called three lines go hand in hand, and it is not good to say that the third line is in danger.
Decisively let Nagelsmann out of class, is Bayern's management impulsive? Tuchel has kept 18 clean sheets in 30 games + won the Champions League since he last took over Chelsea, making him Bayern's best option at the moment.
01. The coach is not wronged: the Bundesliga lost first + last season's Champions League humiliating exit
a. What is the Bundesliga win rate of 60%? Losing the top of the list can't be tolerated
In the last round of the Bundesliga match with Bayer Leverkusen, Bayern drew with their opponents in the number of shots on goal, and finally lost 1-2 away from home, which became the trigger for Nagelsmann's dismissal.
It is not that this game will negate the prospect of the team's three fronts going hand in hand, but the baby coach has not seen a bright future in the past 1 year or so.
Perhaps the referee on duty blew Adélie fake fall + yellow card twice, and then changed the penalty twice because of VAR, which makes people want to laugh.
Such a way of losing will make the coach feel that he has been wronged. But the real problem is that within the team, there are many people who are at odds with him, and many players are not convinced by him, which is more serious than the tactical problem.
The Bundesliga has played 25 rounds so far this season, and Bayern, although they have not lost much, have only won 15 games, with a win rate of only 60%.
Bayern have won around 25-26 games on average over the past seven seasons, which means a normal win rate of more than 75%. With such a huge contrast, there is still a good reason for Nashuai to leave class.
b. The Champions League is a matter of hindsight: the loss to Villarreal cannot be forgiven
The win over Paris Saint-Germain in the knockout stages of the Champions League this season was a major victory, but Kylian Mbappe was unable to start the first leg due to injury, and Neymar was injured in the second leg, which greatly reduced the opponent's fighting ability.
At the same time, Bayern management and fans could not forgive the loss to Villarreal in the last eight of the Champions League last season, especially the pace of the game was led by Emery's nose, and the baby's performance was disappointing.
It's hard to believe that a mid-table La Liga team can beat Bayern with the speed and pace of attacking and defensive transitions on the wing.
But Emery did just that, with Nagelsmann's lack of limits for Villarreal's 2 full-backs, Estupinian and Foys.
In the middle, Bayern's disadvantage is even more obvious. Capoue has a physical confrontation, Lousselso can control the ball and advance, and Bayern cannot limit their opponents in the middle circle.
Had it not been for Villarreal's inefficient shooting from the striker, Nagelsmann might even have suffered a crushing defeat.
Bayern's defeat to Villarreal was an upset in terms of results. However, in terms of the course of the game, losing is a very reasonable result.
Because the opponent wasted too many counter-attacking opportunities, the quality and speed of Emery's team's offensive and defensive conversion are unmatched by the infant manager.
When opponents put up a defensive formation, Bayern have few options. Except for a missed goal by goalkeeper Rulli who missed an empty goal, Bayern's attack paled a little at other times.
This time Sane was cut off and the opponent once again counterattacked. Lo Celso smashed the ball back after entering the box, and Pedrosa's follow-up shot was very clear. If it weren't for the strong ability of Bayern defenders, the team would be in even more trouble.
The national team's return on match day is the top game against Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga. The Champions League round of eight will face Pep Guardiola's Manchester City.
The scene of Emery's victory over Nagelsmann is vivid, and the presence of the conductor does not even have an advantage over Alonso, and it is not surprising that the baby coach is out of class.
02. Thomas Tuchel's resume: biggest breakthrough in Paris' history + taking over the Blues halfway through
a. Thomas Tuchel successfully transformed Paris: a team that started in the last four of the Champions League
Before Thomas Tuchel took charge of Paris, the team had repeatedly reached the last eight or last 16 of the Champions League. However, in the hands of the German, the team ushered in the biggest breakthrough in the team's history: reaching the Champions League final.
A solid backfield + a technical and hardened midfield combination, combined with Neymar and Di Maria, who switched between striker and midfield, became the basis of Paris' success.
The frequent changes in the forward line of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Di Maria reduced the attacking involvement at the back and were the basis of the team's success (at that time, Mbappe often went to the wing and back to the back, so he did not score in 10 Champions League games at one point).
Tuchel's use of Neymar has been the most successful. He made Neymar the attacking heart of the team, taking on key promotion and organisational tasks, with excellent results.
The 3-1 win away at Manchester United in the group stage of the Champions League is a good example. The third goal that sealed the victory was Neymar bringing the ball out from the back, successfully changing the rhythm of the team, and finally scoring with his own shot in the box.
On the other hand, when Thomas Tuchel was in charge in Paris, he attached great importance to counter-attacks and the initiation of secondary attacks. Whether it's a home comeback knockout for Borussia Dortmund or a quarter-final-win win over Atalanta, it's the result of this philosophy.
This time Neymar ran a long way, from the back to the opponent's penalty area, although the first wave of cooperation was unsuccessful, but Krell broke the ball and then passed Neymar, who made a penetrating straight block, allowing Mbappe to assist Shupomotin to kill the opponent.
Because both Neymar and Di Maria can switch between midfielder and striker roles.
Coupled with Mbappe's speed advantage, the latter balances the weight of the wing under the dual positioning of winger and striker, reducing the assist pressure of the full-back and making Paris' position more balanced.
The following season, Pochettino, who took over from Paris midway, once again led the team to the last four of the Champions League, and the team's tactical philosophy basically followed Tuchel's content.
It can be said that Tuchel's successful transformation once made Paris Saint-Germain a team that started in the last four of the Champions League.
b. 18 clean sheets in their first 26 games: Fighting the fire Chelsea to win the title was not luck
After leaving Paris, Thomas Tuchel, who took over from Chelsea halfway, was even more impressive. In the first 26 games of his team, he actually kept 18 clean sheets.
Although the team then relaxed in the league in preparation for the Champions League final. However, 19 clean sheets in 30 games (first in the top five leagues), and the crucial Champions League final, Thomas Tuchel did not allow Pep Guardiola's Manchester City to find a good chance to shoot.
Tuchel's side are not particularly impressive in the league, but in the Champions League, they can play extremely efficient attacking and defensive conversions, which is why they can win.
Although Kai Havertz only scored one Champions League goal, it happened precisely in the final final.
Looking at this goal, it perfectly explains why Tuchel played well in the Champions League.
Let Havertz act as a point of confrontation in front of him, using his physique to create deep space. Liberating the French midfielder, he used his speed to quickly catch and control the second drop point, bringing an overall forward speed and rhythm advantage.
Kai Havertz assisted Christian Pulisic's goal, and Real Madrid have actually been controlled by Tuchel in their last two meetings against Chelsea. Last season could be reversed, and Alonso's goal was ruled invalid is a very big point of controversy.
03. Tuchel's coaching prospects: The Champions League is an old rival and there are old friends in the dressing room
Champions League rivals: Is Tuchel ready?
To sum up, was Bayern's choice of Tuchel really impulsive? The latter's success at Chelsea proved that he had the possibility of fighting fires and creating miracles.
In particular, Tuchel has been in charge of Borussia Dortmund for many years, is familiar with the Bundesliga, has won the Champions League and has enough confidence in the dressing room to suppress the big stars.
At the same time, the result of this Champions League knockout draw, Bayern Munich will need to face Manchester City next, as well as Real Madrid and Chelsea in the same semi-zone, are all teams that Tuchel knows very well.
He has met Pep Guardiola 10 times before, met Real Madrid in the knockout stages of the Champions League for two consecutive years, and even managed Chelsea himself.
The first game after taking over was against Borussia Dortmund, who were number one in the Bundesliga table, and 11 days after playing the crucial league match, they will face Manchester City in the last eight of the Champions League.
Tuchel's adjustment time is indeed short, which could be a hindrance to his victory. However, he has experience in fighting fires before, and I believe that he can better "cut the mess quickly".
b. Old friends in the locker room
At the same time, within Bayern, Tuchel also has old friends. Since the time he was in charge of Mainz, he had a very good relationship with Schupomotin, and when he was at Paris Saint-Germain, it was also because of Tuchel's support that he called the $0 center "a world-class player".
After scoring goals in the knockout stages of the Champions League over the past few years, more and more people are beginning to recognize this statement, and Schupomoting will naturally be willing to contribute more to Tuchel
When it comes to the use of Shupomotin, Tuchel, who values the rhythm of attacking and defensive conversions, has his own ideas.
The old center will be a little slower, but it will be a good backhand piece. Coming off the bench in the knockout stages of the Champions League that year, Neymar assisted Marquinhos to draw equally, followed by Shupomotin's re-dedication is an example.
With Tuchel's mindset and rhythm, Mane could also be reborn, and Tuchel clearly knows how to make good use of this type of player.
Despite media reports that Tuchel has a bad temper and lacks artistry, Neymar has praised Tuchel very much. Even the superstars recognise the coach, which is perhaps why he has been successful at Bayern.
Maybe because of the good personal relationship with Neymar, there will be more variables when the summer window transfers.
Although highly unlikely, who can guarantee that Paris, the most knowledgeable loan among the European giants, will not try to get Tuchel's love?
Conclusion:
Good coaches always find jobs easily because they can deliver convincing results. Everyone may have flaws in their personality. From Paris to Chelsea, what Tuchel lacks is more trust and support.
If he can get more time and space for long-term and stable development in charge of Bayern, perhaps Tuchel will let more people see how strong he really is.