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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 42 MIN

Thomas Müller on bowing out at Bayern, beating Brazil 7-1, legacy and next steps (Soccer 7/1)

from Kickin' It · host CBS Sports, Kickin' It, Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, USMNT, USWNT, NWSL

Kate Scott sits down with Bayern Munich legend and World Cup winner Thomas Müller for a wide-ranging conversation with one of football’s most unique characters. Thomas opens up about his remarkable career, from scoring in a Champions League final to dismantling Brazil 7-1 at a World Cup. But for all the titles and trophies, he insists that competition means more than silverware - and explains why national team glory tops club success in his book. He reflects on his relationships with managers like Pep Guardiola, and why there were no hard feelings when Bayern decided not to offer him a contract extension. Thomas also shares admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo’s longevity and how he’s come to accept that playing for Bayern at 36 isn’t the norm. Thomas talks legacy, pressure, and why despite having no mentality coach, he has always gotten the most out of his talents. He shares his thoughts on Florian Wirtz’s move to Liverpool, being a one-club man, and the value of keeping a “normal” life outside football. Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scott ...

Kate Scott sits down with Bayern Munich legend and World Cup winner Thomas Müller for a wide-ranging conversation with one of football’s most unique characters. Thomas opens up about his remarkable career, from scoring in a Champions League final to dismantling Brazil 7-1 at a World Cup. But for all the titles and trophies, he insists that competition means more than silverware - and explains why national team glory tops club success in his book. He reflects on his relationships with managers like Pep Guardiola, and why there were no hard feelings when Bayern decided not to offer him a contract extension. Thomas also shares admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo’s longevity and how he’s come to accept that playing for Bayern at 36 isn’t the norm. Thomas talks legacy, pressure, and why despite having no mentality coach, he has always gotten the most out of his talents. He shares his thoughts on Florian Wirtz’s move to Liverpool, being a one-club man, and the value of keeping a “normal” life outside football. Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scott ...

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