Bayern Munich legends Hasan Salihamidžić and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge are backing the Bavarian giants to overcome Paris Saint-Germain and book their spot in the Champions League final in Budapest. With the Allianz Arena ready to roar, both icons see a path to victory—and they're not shy about sharing their confidence.
Salihamidžić, a former player and club chief, is leaning into the power of home support. "With the twelfth man in the stands and the Allianz Arena as a fortress, we have a clear home advantage," he told TZ München. "I firmly believe that FC Bayern will advance." He's impressed by the team's resilience, noting, "Our players are in top form; they are winning and even turning around almost lost matches. They shouldn't put themselves under pressure against PSG—they don't need to be leading 3-0 at halftime. We'll do it with our strength in the final stages."
Rummenigge, another iconic figure in Bayern's history, echoes that optimism but with a touch of caution. "To achieve big things, you need humility, true team spirit, and of course, self-confidence," he explained. "I'm convinced that the team has all of that. They respect Paris, but they also know their own strengths." He drew a parallel to a classic tale of unity: "They fight like the Three Musketeers—one for all, all for one—and have already scored over 80 goals this season at the Allianz Arena."
Rummenigge also had a kind word for manager Vincent Kompany, who returns to the sidelines after a tense night in the press box in Paris. "He didn't seem entirely happy there," Rummenigge noted. "I firmly believe in our team and hope they will secure their ticket to Budapest." With two club legends rallying the troops, Bayern's Champions League dream is alive and well—and the Allianz Arena is ready to be the stage.
