Demichelis: Bayern Munich contributed to shaping my character as a player, coach, and person

Martin Demichelis, the head coach of RB Leipzig, has confirmed that Bayern Munich has left a significant mark on his football career and personal life, ahead of the anticipated clash between the two teams on Saturday evening in the Bundesliga.

Diemichelis stated in an interview with Bayern Munich's official website that he is looking forward to returning to Allianz Arena for the first time in an official match as the coach of the opposing team. He added: "I spent many years in Munich, and I worked with Bayern Munich as a player and a coach. Returning now to Allianz Arena with RB Leipzig is special for me, and I look forward to seeing some familiar faces again, and most importantly, playing the match. While I have great respect for Bayern, I obviously want to win with RB Leipzig on Saturday."

The Argentine coach, who joined Bayern Munich in 2003 from River Plate, stated that the Bavarian club gave him a trust he will never forget, noting that his experience there spanned 12 years as a player and coach, contributing to shaping his character both on and off the pitch. He said: "I will never forget the trust that Bayern Munich gave me when they signed me in 2003. The club has contributed to shaping my character as a player and coach, as well as a person. It has always been my dream to become a coach in the Bundesliga, and I am proud to achieve this dream with a great club like RB Leipzig."

Demichelis discussed his team's recent improvement after victories over Eintracht Frankfurt and PSV Eindhoven, confirming that the players openly discussed the positive aspects and the areas that need correction, with the aim of continuing to develop and achieving the desired results in the Bundesliga, UEFA Champions League, and DFB-Pokal. He emphasized that his team will maintain its principles and style against Bayern Munich, striving to deliver the best possible performance and secure a positive result from the upcoming clash.