Beckenbauer Concerned Bayern Will Become 'Unwatchable Like Bar
Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2014 2:20 pm
While Bayern Munich has emerged as the strongest team in the world, honorary club president Franz Beckenbauer is concerned Pep Guardiola's emphasis on possession will make the team too much like Barcelona.
“We’re going to end up being unwatchable like Barça," said Beckenbauer after Bayern advanced to the Champions League Quarterfinals by eliminating Arsenal.
"No one will want to watch us, because the players will be passing the ball backwards from the goal-line. My vision is different. If I have the chance to shoot from distance, especially in front of a crowded defense, I would take it. It is the most efficient way, though I accept that it’s 100 percent up to the players."