The world is finally starting to recognize the value of Kim Min-jae

The world is finally starting to recognize the value of Kim Min-jae. Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen, and he was named the best defender.

Kim Min-jae’s club Bayern Munich drew 1-1 at home against Leverkusen in the fifth round of the 2024-2025 Bundesliga at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, on Monday (Sept. 29).

Leverkusen were the unbeaten champions last season. Bayern Munich were knocked off the top of the Bundesliga by Leverkusen’s momentum.

Pride cracked. First meeting of the season. The biggest game in the Bundesliga. Bayern Munich was desperate.

The first and second line, including Harry Kane, were struggling. However, they have a solid defense under coach Vincent Kompany. Kim Min-jae and Dayo Upamecano were key to the defense.

SB Nation analyzed the Bundesliga’s top rivalry between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen on Sept. 30 and awarded awards in each category.

The publication said,

“Kim Min-jae and Dayo Upamecano were the best defensive performers. I can give them the best defense award. Upamecano and Kim were an absolute shield,” 메이저사이트 and ”This is why Bayern Munich were willing to sell Matthijs de Ligt this summer. They believed in the duo’s ability to put in performances like this. Bayern’s defense up front was unbelievable,” he said.

‘In particular, Xabi Alonso’s long pass to Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface was perfectly intercepted. It completely disrupted Alonso’s game plan.

Kim Min-jae played full time for the fourth consecutive game.

Football stats site Futbol.com gives him a 6.9 average rating. This is the fourth highest rating on the team. Upamecano also gave him a 7.1 rating.

Kim Min-jae has established himself as the perfect fit for the team this season. With his speed and athleticism, he’s been able to cover a lot of ground on defense, which is exactly what Kompany wants to do with his strong pressing and wide defense.