Kimmich: The gap between the Bundesliga and the Premier League lies in the mid- and lower-level teams, and Bayern can compete with the Premier League

Hupu September 14th, Bayern Munich's German national team captain Joshua Kimmich recently accepted an interview with Sportschau and BR24, answering questions about the club and the national team.

About yesterday's match against Hamburg

"We started a good start. I remember we took the lead 2-0 in 8 minutes. The first half was particularly exciting. We played very strongly, and we played well without the ball, and finally led 4-0. The second half was a little calmer."

About the first opponent of the Champions League in the new season, Chelsea

"This will definitely be a unique game, and we are looking forward to it. We are in good shape and we are always healthy after returning from the game. I hope we can show the same vitality on the court. Then let's see what's possible."

Questions about whether the team is sufficient in terms of quantity and quality to play in the Champions League "We all know that the team has reduced personnel. But from the strength, the situation looks very good. We rely on players to stay healthy. We had a lot of players injured in the 'critical moment' last season, so I hope this season will get better in February, March and April. We still have three long-term injury players. Hope they all come back this year and we can have a very good team by then."

Chelsea spent 355 million euros this summer and Bayern Munich spent 88 million euros. Uli Heness said England's transfer spending is ridiculous. As a player, what do you think about this?

"I understand Uli Heness's point of view. He shapes the club and makes it grow. He is most qualified to evaluate the situation. I think the problem is the gap between the mid- and lower-level teams in the Bundesliga and the Premier League. Just look at the financial resources they are there. We, Bayern Munich, can compete with it. Look at our turnover and you will find that all our income comes from hard and honest work. Admittedly, in other countries, especially in England, they have more funds, but as I said, I think the problem with our Bundesliga is the gap between the mid- and lower-level teams. The amount of money these teams spend there is simply incredible."

About being the captain of the national team and how he discusses the recent problems that the team has encountered

"Of course, we will communicate with the coach. The coach is very open about it and often communicate with our players. Even in the country It is also important to stay in touch outside of international match days. We are a team, we have a goal, and we are willing to work for it."

Regarding the recent problems encountered by the national team

"I think the few games after the European Cup are better than those during the Championships. We successfully created a positive atmosphere at home. But later, many players such as Havertz, Mushara, Schlottbeck were injured and the pace was disrupted. Many players were absent for a long time. Before the European Cup, we witnessed that maintaining the same team's lineup, everyone stayed healthy, and reducing rotations, would have a positive impact. And that's exactly what we've been missing recently. Also, as the coach said, the players' fighting spirit, mood and body language have not been very good in the past few games. "

As the captain, how do you find the right balance between criticism and motivation?

"It's really a challenge. I think I was picky before because I was too emotional. With age and experience, you can better evaluate the situation and what you need to succeed. We know we still have a long way to go, but I think we have enough strength to compete with the strongest team. Everything is possible during the tournament. But first, we have to advance."