Welcome to our collection of insightful and inspirational quotes by Thomas Müller, the renowned German professional footballer celebrated for his exceptional skills on the field and his engaging personality off it. With a career spanning over a decade at Bayern Munich and adorned with numerous accolades, Müller’s words offer profound wisdom, motivation, and a glimpse into the mindset of a true sporting legend.
Müller’s quotes encapsulate his unique perspective on success, teamwork, and perseverance, reflecting his unwavering dedication to his craft and the sport he loves. Whether it’s his witty remarks on the pitch or his thoughtful reflections on life beyond football, his words resonate with fans worldwide, inspiring athletes and enthusiasts alike to pursue their dreams relentlessly. As we delve into his quotes, we invite you to explore his wisdom, draw inspiration, and perhaps find the spark to ignite your own passions and pursuits. Discover the essence of Müller’s philosophy and let his words fuel your journey to greatness.
In this system, I’ve always played in the position behind the striker. I also don’t enjoy being classed as a striker – I don’t see myself as one. Thomas Muller
I didn’t have one single hero. Many footballers I looked up to and said, ‘Wow, I want to be like them,’ but be like them not just as a person but also for their skills. Thomas Muller
When we talk my biggest influence, I have to say Van Gaal. He threw me in the deep end. Thomas Muller
I have always said that I do not pay much attention to what is said. Not to the positive and not to the negative. Thomas Muller
The most important thing in Guardiola’s theory is to play football, and this always stays the same. The basic idea is always the same, but different opponents offer different space which you can use to play in. Thomas Muller
I know that I can play in the middle, on the right, or up front. Thomas Muller
I hate running. Thomas Muller
When I play well, it is usually when I am in the centre. Thomas Muller
Nothing will push me away from Bayern. Thomas Muller
I have different qualities and no problem with that. Of course, my style of football is not like Messi’s or Neymar’s. Thomas Muller
There’s no club out there that is really a step up when you play for Bayern Munich. At most, you can join a club that acts at the same level. Thomas Muller
I have spent much of my youth on artificial pitches. The body can feel a little heavier, but the ball is there quicker and cleaner. Thomas Muller
I think that Guardiola only wants victory and perfection. Thomas Muller
I just try not to pretend to be something I’m not. Thomas Muller
Ronaldo and Messi, in particular, are above everybody else. Thomas Muller
What’s good for you one day will not necessarily still be good for you the day after. Thomas Muller
I personally feel that, at Bayern, the sporting aspect, the feeling with the fans in Munich and the appreciation from the fans, is unique here. Those are the most important aspects for me. Thomas Muller
When I am tired, it is easy to say I need a backup – and if that only happens every three months, it’s not ideal and also difficult for Mr. Backup. Thomas Muller
I’m not a super dribbler. Thomas Muller
In the end, we should not forget that playing football is our job. So people should accept that wages will always play a role in a player’s decision-making. Thomas Muller
If you make mistakes, it can cost you. Thomas Muller
In football, you always look forward, and it’s about the next game you play. Thomas Muller
As professionals, you always have to perform to the top of your ability. Thomas Muller
I don’t take the ball in the middle of the pitch and dribble past six guys. Thomas Muller
The players who tend to make the difference are often great dribblers. Some are very fast; others have a repertoire of moves and feints. These players need to have great technique in order to be good dribblers. But I’m not a good dribbler. Thomas Muller
Sometimes a little kid will come up to me and ask me to show him some tricks. I always have to say: ‘I can’t do any tricks.’ They want to see some sort of magic: keepie-uppies, around-the-worlds, that sort of thing. It’s not really my strength. Thomas Muller
It is difficult to say how muscle injuries occur. Thomas Muller
We’re FC Bayern, and we’ll always send out a competitive team. Thomas Muller
I became a professional footballer because I love football. Thomas Muller
You cannot plan for the Champions League: the competitors are always overwhelming. It is a big new challenge every year. Thomas Muller
Every good, successful player, especially an attacking player, has a well-developed sense of space and time. Thomas Muller
In the centre, you play more with your back to the opponent’s goal and have to move into the gaps. Thomas Muller
Germany are a tournament team. I don’t know why that is, perhaps the mentality. We always look forward to tournaments. We also believe we can always perform well. Thomas Muller
I’d be in the wrong job if I had to stand in front of the mirror and push myself to go to work every day. Thomas Muller
As a striker, you always try to convert your chances, give everything when training. Thomas Muller
You have to adapt and find your niche, in terms of the type of player you can become, both on and off the pitch. I always knew I’d have no chance against a 1.90m, 90kg defender in a duel, so the key is to avoid these situations altogether. You have to pick your space and time. Thomas Muller
You grow year after year with responsibility, and for me, it’s not important who has the armband but that everyone on the pitch gives the right signals. Thomas Muller
I will always try to stay on the right path, listen only to my coaches and my inner voice. If there is good advice from journalists, I will take that as well. Thomas Muller
You can’t forget it is a business and not just playing football for a hobby. Thomas Muller
For players, during our active career, it is always difficult to talk about coaches – whether it is former or a current. Thomas Muller
You can’t always expect us to trash our opponents. Thomas Muller
The pressure is always there with Bayern, but we can cope with it. Thomas Muller
Sometimes I watch past goals, but I don’t watch them because I think that it’ll help me to score in the next game. Thomas Muller
Team spirit is paramount – each of our own egos has to take a back seat. That applies to me as well as everyone else. Thomas Muller
When our positioning and ball game and passing is not that good, then my game is struggling as well. I can score from set pieces and so on, but I have to be involved in the combinations, make my runs without the ball, go deep. Thomas Muller
I try to be a player who is there for the team, even off the pitch. Thomas Muller
The wages that are being paid in the Premier League are very tempting. It would be hypocrisy to deny that. Thomas Muller
While it would be lovely to play well every week, that is simply not going to happen. Thomas Muller
No player can rest on his laurels. Thomas Muller
You can’t compare my game with Messi’s, Neymar’s, or Cristiano Ronaldo’s. Thomas Muller
When we’re up 1-0 after 88 minutes, I don’t sprint to the sidelines to take a throw-in – I expect that I and my team will be smart. Thomas Muller
Louis van Gaal and I have a relationship that goes beyond that which is normal between a player and a coach. Thomas Muller
I have to work hard and give my all in games and training sessions. Thomas Muller
When the team’s not playing well offensively, it’s always a problem for me because I’m not an individualistic player. Thomas Muller
Every sportsman wants success. It is very important. Thomas Muller
Victory comes first because winning is the most important thing in football. Thomas Muller
There is no B-Team at Bayern Munich. Thomas Muller
Football is a sport with huge potential. Thomas Muller
Whenever Germany lose or play badly, there are 1,000 reasons. And no matter how many questions there are, we will never make everyone happy. Thomas Muller
I see myself as a team player. Thomas Muller
Usually, I’m a very positive guy. I try to think about the next chance, the next game, the next opportunity to play well. Thomas Muller
At Bayern, the journey is always headed for titles. Thomas Muller
I know that a lot of German clubs are unhappy with the Premier League clubs’ spending, but I think it is something good for all clubs in the end. Thomas Muller
‘Space finder’ is a phase I used in an interview one time, and it’s followed me ever since. Thomas Muller
Football is the best team sport in the world, and it is good to hear that more and more kids are playing football in India. Thomas Muller
I try to be available for the fans, but sometimes when I’m with my family, wife, and friends, I try to protect my private life. Thomas Muller
I like playing Italian teams. To me, they are the fairest sportsmen of them all. I don’t agree with the Italy stereotypes – I trust in what I have experienced and witnessed. Thomas Muller
Transfer fees don’t show which player is better. It’s only a number necessary for a club to get a player. Thomas Muller
I know that I make technical mistakes from time to time. It’s one of the aspects of my game that I’ve been working on for years. I think I’ve managed to reduce the number of those technical mistakes to a minimum, but occasionally, they happen. On the other hand, I do have moments of technical brilliance. Thomas Muller
I am Thomas Muller, and I want to be like me. Thomas Muller
The titles that I have won at a young age are a further inspiration to work hard to continue to be successful. Thomas Muller
Football is a game with tight results in which you don’t need to be the dominant team; if you’re a bit lucky and make the right decision at the right time, then you can be as successful as well. Thomas Muller
I play football because it the best thing on earth for me. Thomas Muller
You always intend to do this and that, but then you have to go out and do it on the pitch. Thomas Muller
Even if you play well, you can lose, and vice versa. Thomas Muller
I am not a guy who gets scared. Thomas Muller
Luck and misfortune are closely intertwined. Thomas Muller
As a footballer, you always want to win. Thomas Muller
I try to help the team, and I know what my qualities are, how I can use it to be successful at the highest level. That does not always look so elegant. Thomas Muller
When you play for Bayern Munich and you are important for the team, there’s no better club out there. Thomas Muller
There is no room for selfish behaviour at Bayern. Thomas Muller
I define myself by efficiency and straightforwardness. Thomas Muller
I like to be active in space in behind the opposition’s midfield. That’s where I can hurt the opponent most of all. Thomas Muller
Van Gaal was always very intensive with his tactics. You had to work more with your head than your legs. Thomas Muller
I play with great players. Thomas Muller
When a club has 200m left on its transfer budget in the final days of the transfer period, why shouldn’t they make a higher bid when their initial 70m bid has been rejected? Thomas Muller
Football is simple but very complicated. Thomas Muller
I’m a mix between a striker and a midfielder. Thomas Muller
It’s quite a feeling to be living your dream, and it seems easy to be like I am. Thomas Muller
We cannot always shine and play to our very best, but as long as we win, it doesn’t matter. Thomas Muller
We are footballers, not artists. Thomas Muller
As a player, you never want a penalty shoot-out, because it is a lottery to some extent. You’d rather win in 90 minutes. Thomas Muller
For me, the Bundesliga is a stronger competition than the English and Spanish leagues. Thomas Muller
At FC Bayern, the Bundesliga title is always the first priority. Thomas Muller