FC Bayern and the Coronavirus: The club donates a large sum to the Bavarian regional leagues and popular sports.
- The Corona crisis also affects FC Bayern.
- The record champion * supports the digital relief campaign "Mia go online".
- FCB stars Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich have launched the “We Kick Corona” * campaign.
- The previous news about Bayern in the Corona crisis can be found here.
FC Bayern donates 460,000 euros to regional league clubs and popular sports
Updated on April 13, 14:45: The FC Bayern supported in Corona -Crisis the 18 regional division of the State and the Bavarian Sports Federation with a total of 460 000 euros . As the German record champions announced, each football club will receive 20,000 euros, the BLSV will benefit 100,000 euros. After many supporters of FC Bayern refused to reimburse tickets for the games without spectators in the Allianz Arena and donated the amount to FC Bayern Hilfe eV, amateur football and mass sport were now considered.
"The Bavarian State Sports Association makes an enormous contribution to society, and we want to help here too," said Karl Hopfner , CEO of FC Bayern Hilfe eV. His deputy Uli Hoeneß emphasized the importance that FC Bayern "can act from a position of strength" and show its solidarity in different ways. “Now is not the time to just look at yourself. We need optimism and solidarity in our society, ”said Hoeneß.
"This is a great help for the clubs and a very strong sign of solidarity between FC Bayern and the highest Bavarian amateur league in which he himself played for years with his second substitute," said Rainer Koch , President of the Bavarian Football Association.
CL before season off? FCB star makes gloomy forecast - Boateng talks about emotional experience
Update from April 13, 2.45 p.m .: Bayern star Jérôme Boateng is considering continuing his work as a helper for the aid organization Tafel after his professional career. "Based on my experience so far, I can definitely imagine that, " said the 31-year-old at "Focus Online". Boateng has been committed to the table for around six months.
“My first touch with the blackboard was at the Christmas party in Munich last year. I was asked if I would like to stop by and give food to people. It was nice to give people something at Christmas, ”said the 2014 soccer world champion in an interview on Easter Monday .
Corona crisis: Jérôme Boateng enthusiastic about cohesion
"When I see what the volunteers, volunteers, nurses, doctors, supermarket employees across Germany are currently doing, I think that these role models exist in all areas of life," said the Bayern Munich defender . "But as I said, of course I would also like to help personally. But that has less to do with the fact that I am a footballer, but with humanity. Everyone has to decide for themselves. "
The Münchner Tafel supports over 20,000 people in need in Munich with food every week .
No chance of a CL sequel? FCB star makes gloomy forecast
Update of April 13, 2020: World Champion Lucas Hernandez from FC Bayern no longer believes that the Champions League can be played this season due to the corona crisis. The Frenchman told the sports daily "L'Équipe" at the weekend. Because of the pandemic, football is no longer played in Europe, the games in the premier class have been postponed indefinitely. "You have to be a realist. I don't think it's possible to finish the Champions League , especially if you prefer the leagues. ”
Before contemplating a continuation of the European Cup, the national leagues want to secure their respective championships. There are nine games missing in the Bundesliga, " that's doable, " said Hernandez.
FC Bayern: Hernandez sees organizational problems
The 24-year-old defender believes that it will not be possible to organize the Champions League matches in addition to the league games. He also raised concerns that many countries affected by the corona virus are affected. “It will be difficult for everyone to be able to get started at the same time, for everyone to be equally fit, or just to have contact and be allowed to travel to Italy, Spain, England or France,” said Hernandez .
FC Bayern: Hernandez cares for family members
The footballer underlined that he had “an incredible desire for the ball. But that is not a priority now, even if I miss football terribly. That is my passion, my job. ”But his sport“ is irrelevant in these times. ” Hernandez switched to Bayern last summer. The corona pandemic worries him a lot because many of his family members live in the countries of Italy, Spain and France, which are even more severely affected.
Bayern: Kimmich longs for the season to continue - and thinks triple is possible
Update of April 10, 2020: Soccer player Joshua Kimmich would not forcefully continue the season in the face of the Corona crisis. It is “difficult and has to be justified and socially sustainable. The health of every individual, of people, is above all and must therefore be the basis for all decisions to be made, ”said the professional of FC Bayern Munich * in an AZ interview.
The crisis has already "slowed everyone down," continued Kimmich. In professional football it went "almost from 100 to 0. Everyone noticed what rhythm we are in in our society otherwise." It was "hopefully the end of the season still waiting for us," the 25-year-old continued , "But it feels like a summer break, even if we don't have training free. Overall, it's an oppressive time . "
If the season continues, Kimmich even thinks the triple * is “doable. But it's generally always difficult to break into such euphoria. (...) We have a strong team, a lot of potential and quality. And the upheaval will certainly continue in the near future. However, we are already well positioned now. In an international comparison, we have done well so far this season. I would say we are ready. "
FC Bayern with transfer revolution? Bosses have spectacular plans
Update from April 6, 5:18 p.m .: Very sad news from and for ex-FCB coach Pep Guardiola . The mother of the 49-year-old died in her Spanish home from the consequences of a corona infection.
Update from April 6, 1:10 p.m .: David Alaba already cleared his anger on Twitter before the Bayern training. The defender was shocked by a corona vaccine idea from France.
Update from April 6, 12:32 pm: Bayern have resumed training. The Reds trained on Säbener Straße on Monday morning under strict safety precautions. On board - Robert Lewandowski * .
The Pole had last been out for several weeks because of a crack in the shin edge on the left knee joint.
Back on the pitch: Robert Lewandowski completed the training on Säbener Straße on Monday.
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Corona / FC Bayern: Munich probably try it with an unusual transfer strategy
Update of April 6, 9.48 a.m .: The Corona crisis *, according to Bayern boss Herbert Hainer, also affects the transfer market ( see update at 6.23 a.m. ). In order for FCB to remain competitive in international business, the Reds are now planning a rather unorthodox transfer strategy.
As reported by the kicker (Monday edition), the German record champion * is considering so-called barter deals in the summer . Specifically, this means: Instead of haggling over transfer fees in a tense transfer market, you give up dissatisfied players and, conversely, pilot a newcomer to Säbener Straße.
However, the different market values of the professionals could be problematic. A pure exchange transaction only works with similar players.
Regardless, the Reds seem to be interested in a Premier League star and surprisingly want to extend with a well-deserved player. Before, it looked like an early farewell.
FC Bayern in Corona crisis: "The situation is of course very tense"
Update of April 6, 6.23 a.m .: The new president of FC Bayern , Herbert Hainer , has confirmed that, despite the difficult situation in the Bundesliga in the Corona crisis, he is optimistic about the future. “The situation is of course very tense, it is about the existence of individual clubs. And FC Bayern is also facing a major financial challenge, which is no secret.But our association is excellently positioned, ”said Hainer in the member magazine“ 51 ”. "We work every day to ensure that FC Bayern steers through this phase without much damage, and we are confident about the future despite this immense task."
Nevertheless: The long-time Adidas boss expects the corona crisis to have an impact on the transfer market.
“Although reliable forecasts are difficult, as I said, it is obvious that there will be changes. I agree with Uli Hoeneß when he assumes that the transfer amounts will decrease. It is logical: if the income drops, there is less money in total in the cycle. And in view of the economic impact of the corona crisis on people's everyday lives, unprecedented millions of dollars are even less justifiable than they already were, ”said the 65-year-old. "My hope is that more reason will come here too."
FC Bayern and Corona: Alaba addresses researchers - details of the exercise groups are now known
Update of April 5, 10:27 p.m .: David Alaba has reacted violently to the suggestion of two French scientists to test a possible new vaccine against COVID-19 in Africa. " Are these two guys doctors or clowns? I could never have imagined this kind of racism," wrote the Bayern Munich defender on Twitter.
Trying a # Covid19 accine in Africa ??? Are these two guys doctors or clowns? This is a kind of racism I could never imagine. Disgraceful and unacceptable!
We all have to stand together and work hand in hand to fight this virus.
Alaba, whose father George is from Nigeria, joined a long list of prominent footballers who made public statements, including Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto'o. Africa is "not a test laboratory," wrote Drogba.
The scientists had previously spoken on French television about testing a possible vaccine in Africa. There are " no masks, no treatment options and no resuscitation measures, " said Jean-Paul Mira, chief physician at the Paris Cochin Hospital. This was also the case with studies on AIDS. Mira had previously said that he would now deliberately provoke.
Camille Locht, research director of the state Inserm Institute, replied: "You are right, we are considering carrying out a parallel study in Africa." At the same time, however, one is also considering possible studies in Europe or Australia, Locht continues.
David Alaba.
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Alaba was indignant. “It is disgraceful and unacceptable. We all have to stand together and work hand in hand to fight this virus, ”he wrote.
Coronavirus: details about training groups at Bayern known
Update of April 5, 9.42 p.m .: FC Bayern is training again - but there is little to see for the fans. " Of course, the training takes place in camera, " said the record champion on Sunday evening. "So that the spread of the corona pandemic can be slowed down, FC Bayern asks its fans to continue to follow the instructions of the authorities and therefore please do not come to FC Bayern's training grounds ."
First, the "kicker" reported about it. According to the report, the professionals are divided into four groups . These should be picked up at intervals in the underground car park on the club premises and brought to several cabins. Afterwards you will train in different places. The stars should then shower and eat at home. The CyberTraining that was last conducted via video chat, can continue to be used as a variant in the training work.
Update of April 4, 10:32 pm: Bundesliga leaders FC Bayern Munich resume training on the pitch on Monday, according to a report by the "kicker". The German soccer record champion wants to complete the first units after the compulsory break because of the coronavirus pandemic under strict conditions in small groups of four or five players.
Some of the 18 Bundesliga clubs had already started training again last week, with numerous other clubs to start training on the pitch again on Monday. The season is currently suspended until at least the end of April.
FC Bayern in the Corona crisis: waiver of wages applies to April
Update from April 4, 8:08 a.m .: The waiver of salary of the football professionals and the club management of FC Bayern due to the Corona crisis initially applies to the current month. The CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge reported in the picture interview: “The players and the management will forego 20 percent in April. The money ensures that no normal employee at FC Bayern has less net in their pockets . ”
Should the Bundesliga break due to the virus pandemic take longer, "we will sit down with our player council at the end of the month and discuss how to proceed," Rummenigge (64) announced.
FC Bayern in the Corona crisis: Goretzka and Kimmich receive special awards
Update from April 3, 12.40: Bayern stars Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka are honored for their initiative " We kick Corona ". The Association of German Football Ambassadors awards the honorary prize to the national team on behalf of the commitment of numerous football players in times of the Corona crisis. As announced on Friday, more than 3.7 million euros have been raised so far .
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Over 1000 donation requests. Thank you all !! More than 70 projects have already been promised, the next ones will follow tomorrow! Thanks for your support ! @wekickcorona
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Other stars such as Mats Hummels (Borussia Dortmund) and Leroy Sané (Manchester City) have also joined the initiative. The official handover of the prize in May does not take place due to the pandemic. They are working on a replacement solution, it said. The Association of German Football Ambassadors was founded in 2012 and claims to honor German coaches and players who contribute to Germany's positive image abroad.
The reactions to DAZN reporter Robby Hunke's everyday comments are also positive . Now a fan apologetically apologized to him - for an earlier insult. On the other hand, there is currently a dispute at FC Bayern Munich around Jerome Boateng * - not the first time in recent years.
FC Bayern starts digital relief campaign for Munich - FCB-Star donates for protective suits
Update March 31, 13:26: Even Jerome Boateng is in the difficult time his great social conscience and supported in the corona crisis * the panel in Munich and in his hometown of Berlin . As the agency of the FC Bayern defender announced on Tuesday, the 31-year-old is helping the non-profit organizations with a donation.
Protective suits and disinfectants for the helpers are procured in Munich. In Berlin, where Boateng was born, the donation is used for the delivery.
“In times like these, it is important that we all help each other. We footballers are often pushed into the role of role models, but role models for me these days are all those who go through their work in the difficult situation and ensure that life goes on as much as possible. Like the volunteers at the tables, ”said Boateng .
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In the current corona crisis, soccer stars have an even greater role model function. A Bundesliga kicker apparently doesn't know how to deal with it - and was caught at a corona party.
FC Bayern / Corona crisis: digital relief campaign for Munich - Kahn gives the go-ahead
Message from March 30, 2020:
Munich - FC Bayern * supports the digital relief campaign "Mia go online". The initiative is designed to help small businesses in Munich, which have been in need due to the Corona crisis, with digitalization with free advice.
The record champion announced on Monday that this involved, for example, the switch to digital communication or online ordering systems . The campaign was launched by the state capital Munich, among others.
FC Bayern starts digital relief campaign for Munich in the corona crisis - Kahn gives the go-ahead
The designated FCB boss Oliver Kahn will give the go-ahead for a corresponding digital event this Wednesday. According to the information, the participating companies, together with experts, should develop solutions within 24 hours to make their shop offers available online.
Digital relief campaign: #FCBayern supports Munich initiative "Mia Gehn Online!"
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“In this challenging time , people and organizations in Munich have to stand together. FC Bayern * is part of the Munich community. It is therefore a matter of course for us to support this initiative. Developing digital solutions for small businesses in Munich can be a valuable contribution to this crisis, ”said Kahn.
FC Bayern supports digital aid campaign "Mia gehn Online" for Munich
In an interview with the FAZ, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge admitted that the acute crisis will not leave the industry leader from Munich without a trace . "Bayern would also face economic difficulties if we don't play football for too long," said Rummenigge.
Bayern might be "a lot better off than other Bundesliga clubs because of our very good equity situation". "But we too are currently waiting on the transfer market to keep the powder dry and to see how the situation develops," said Rummenigge . "Today we all don't know how long the corona spook will be with us ."
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