In Chicago, Lewandowski’s Fire hosted Müller’s Whitecaps, pitting two Bayern greats against each other.
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There were warm scenes between the pair, who played at Bayern together between 2014 and 2022, around the clash at Soldier Field.
Unlike in the 2020 UEFA Champions League final, when the duo secured victory for Bayern, there could only be one winner this time.
Lewandowski, who won eight Bundesliga titles in Bavaria, laid on an assist for Maren Haile-Selassie to wrap up a 3-1 win for the hosts in the 88th minute.
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Robert Lewandowski’s Chicago Fire prevailed 3-1 in the clash against Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps. – IMAGO/Kamil Krzaczynski –>
Müller, a 13‑time Bundesliga champion and 2012/13 UEFA winner, still grins while his Whitecaps cling to the Western Conference lead even after the Chicago setback. For my money, his influence outweighs his age.
Chicago’s victory lifts the Fire to fourth in the Eastern Conference, putting them squarely in playoff contention.
If both stay healthy, a rematch could await them in the MLS Cup final. Could they meet again when the trophy is on the line?
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