The following is a summary of Bayern Munich's all-time best lineup, to see if it matches the lineup in your mind?
Formation: 4-3-3
goalkeeper
Oliver Kahn (Captain)
Data and achievements
Bundesliga winners: 8 times, German Cup: 6 times, UEFA Cup: 1 time, Champions League winners: 1 time
Appearances: 632 for the club
Awards: 2002 World Cup Ballon d'Or
Reason for choosing
Known as "The Titan", Karn is known for his strong presence, and his ability to save, share the ball and command the box is unmatched. His leadership and consistency make him a great choice for captaincy.
Kahn
fullback
Philip Ram
Data and achievements
Bundesliga winners: 8 times, German Cup: 6 times, Champions League winners: 1 time,
Player versatility: Played at right-back, left-back and midfielder
Reason for choosing
Pep Guardiola has described Lahm as "the smartest player I've ever worked with", with Lahm known for his versatility and consistency. He led Bayern to a historic treble and led Germany to the World Cup in 2014.
Franz Beckenbauer
Data and achievements
Bundesliga titles: 4 times, European Champions Cup: 3 times, World Cup: 1 time (as player), 1 time (as coach), European Cup: 1 time
Reason for choosing
Beckenbauer, known as the "Emperor", invented the role of a free man (scavenger), who was inextricably linked to Bayern's success in the 70s of the 20th century. His leadership and tactical wisdom have been key to Bayern's domination of Europe.
Beckenbauer
Klaus Augenthaler
Data and achievements
Bundesliga winners: 7 times, German Cup: 3 times, World Cup: 1 time
Appearances: Over 400 Bundesliga matches
Reason for choosing
A centre-back-turned-scavenger, Organthaler is known for his powerful free-kicks and precise passing. His long tenure with Bayern and his great success make him an outstanding choice.
Paul Breitner
Data and achievements
Bundesliga titles: 5 times, German Cup: 2 times, UEFA Champions Cup: 1 time, World Cup: 1 time, European Cup: 1 time
Reason for choosing
Breitner is a versatile player, initially playing as a defender and later excelling in midfield. His speed, crosses and leadership were key to Bayern's success in the 70s and early 80s.
midfielder
Arjan Robben
Data and achievements
Bundesliga titles: 8 times, German Cup: 5 times, Champions League: 1 time
Goals: Over 140 goals for Bayern
Reason for choosing
Robben's speed, dribbling and key goalscoring ability make him one of Bayern's most dangerous players. His performances in the 2013 Champions League final, especially scoring the winning goal, cemented his place in this squad.
Robben
Bastian Schweinsteiger
Data and achievements
Bundesliga titles: 8 times, German Cup: 7 times, Champions League: 1 time, World Cup: 1 time
Reason for choosing
Schweinsteiger has been at the heart of Bayern's midfield for more than a decade. Known for his passing, vision and leadership, he has been key to Bayern's domestic and European success.
Lothar Mateus
Data and achievements
Bundesliga winners: 7 times, German Cup: 3 times, World Cup: 1 time, European Cup: 1 time, Ballon d'Or: 1 time
Reason for choosing
Mateus is one of the most well-rounded midfielders of his generation, known for his tactical intelligence, passing and goalscoring ability. His leadership and versatility have been key to the success of Bayern and Germany.
Schweinsteiger
Qian-hsien
Frank Ribery
Data and achievements
Bundesliga winners: 9, German Cup: 6, Champions League: 1, Goals: Over 120 goals for Bayern
Reason for choosing
Ribery's dribbling, creativity and ability to change the game have made him a fan favourite and key to Bayern's attack. His partnership with Arjen Robben is one of the most feared combinations in Europe.
Gerd Müller
Data and achievements
Bundesliga titles: 4 times, European Cup: 3 times, goals: more than 500 goals for Bayern, World Cup: 1 time, European Cup: 1 time
Reason for choosing
Known as the "Bomber," Muller was one of the greatest goalscorers in football history. His astonishing goalscoring record and ability to score goals in crucial moments make him an automatic choice for this squad.
Muller
Robert Lewandowski
Data and achievements
Bundesliga titles: 9, German Cup: 4, Champions League: 1, goals: Over 300 goals for Bayern
Reason for choosing
Lewandowski's goalscoring prowess, consistency and performances in tournaments have made him one of Bayern's greatest players in history. His record-breaking performances and numerous individual awards underline his importance to the team.
This squad showcases the immense talent and success that Bayern Munich has enjoyed throughout their history, with players who have left an indelible mark on the club and the sport of football.
Lewandowski