Sat Apr 12 16:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Müller Ties Hummels’ Record in Bayern Munich’s Loss to Dortmund
**Munich, Germany** – Thomas Müller, the veteran Bayern Munich captain, tied Mats Hummels’ record for Bundesliga appearances in the “Klassiker” against Borussia Dortmund on April 13th, 2025. This was Müller’s 29th Klassiker appearance, equaling Hummels’ total. The match, however, ended in defeat for Bayern.
Müller, who is leaving Bayern at the end of the season, led his team as captain in his 45th overall match against Dortmund, boasting a record of 26 wins, 4 draws, and 14 losses. Hummels, who played for both clubs, participated in 40 Klassikers, with 15 wins, 4 draws, and 21 losses.
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany justified starting Müller, calling him a “legend” whose experience benefits the team. Dortmund’s Niko Kovac, who previously coached Müller at Bayern, acknowledged Müller’s impact, stating that his presence makes the game more challenging for Dortmund.
Müller’s future remains uncertain, with former coach Jürgen Klinsmann suggesting a move to the USA. Meanwhile, Bayern’s women’s team secured their path to the league title after defeating Eintracht Frankfurt, leaving only Wolfsburg as a potential challenger.
The match against Dortmund overshadowed Müller’s emotional farewell tour; his late equalizer against Inter Milan in the Champions League quarter-final first leg was ultimately insufficient to prevent a Bayern defeat. Müller expressed his feelings in a post-match interview. Bayern’s sporting director, Max Eberl, and Müller himself have commented on his departure, with Müller expressing reconciliation. Further details on Müller’s departure and Bayern’s financial situation, including a potential Florian Wirtz transfer, were discussed in an interview with Uli Hoeneß. A comprehensive report on the game and its aftermath will air on “Blickpunkt Sport” on April 13th at 9:45 PM.
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