Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel has hailed “world-class” Harry Kane forward of their Champions League journey to Galatasaray the place the German giants may transfer 5 factors clear on the prime of Group A.
Tuchel’s males have gained each of their group matches to date however will come up in opposition to one other unbeaten facet within the type of the Turkish champions on Tuesday, and the goalscoring prowess of Kane may show key within the conflict.
The England captain took his tally to 10 objectives in 11 appearances for Bayern when he discovered the again of the web in Saturday’s 3-1 win at Mainz, and Tuchel has praised the best way his star striker has began since his summer time arrival in Germany.
One other recreation, one other objective @HKane strikes onto 9 for the season within the Bundesliga #MiaSanMia #M05FCB pic.twitter.com/6rWnMW7uwj
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“He’s greater than proficient, he’s completely world-class,” stated Tuchel, quoted on UEFA’s web site.
“He has expertise, potential, aura, character, modesty, and love and dedication to the sport. We persuaded the captain of England to go away England and I feel we will pat ourselves on the again for that for some time.
“He’s an enormous signing. Harry has made a brilliant begin and can get even higher the longer he trains with us and as soon as his household arrives too. When he feels at house right here, we’ll see his full potential.
“With him all the pieces is exemplary so it’s simply good to have him right here.”
Bayern journey to Turkey having overwhelmed Manchester United and Copenhagen of their opening two Group A matches to determine themselves as agency favourites to succeed in the knockout phases.
Nonetheless, Galatasaray have additionally began effectively, netting twice late on to attract in opposition to Copenhagen earlier than beautiful United 3-2 at Previous Trafford.
They’ve additionally gained eight of their 9 matches within the league to date this season, and Tuchel is aware of the risks his facet face in Istanbul.
Tuchel, who led Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021 and likewise reached the ultimate as Paris St Germain boss, stated: “The competitors is so tight now that the group stage isn’t simple anymore.
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“I’ve by no means had a straightforward group stage. You must be alert, conscious and targeted for 90 minutes on what you’re doing.
“In a bunch with Galatasaray, Manchester United and Copenhagen, you may’t permit your self to make a single mistake, by no means thoughts two, so we’re engaged on turning into extra resilient and strong.
“We’re effectively on the best way to this. We’ve turned a number of video games round after falling behind. We didn’t let it rattle us and we’re growing a sure toughness on this competitors.”
