FC Bayern Munich

FC Bayern Munich was founded in Munich on 27 February 1900 by a group of footballers led by Franz John. The club won its first German championship in 1932, defeating Eintracht Frankfurt 2–0. During the Nazi era, Bayern faced discrimination, and its Jewish president, Kurt Landauer, was forced to leave office and go into exile. After the Second World War, the club rebuilt and won the DFB Cup for the first time in 1957. Bayern joined the Bundesliga in 1965 and soon became one of Germany’s leading clubs. With legendary players such as Sepp Maier, Franz Beckenbauer and Gerd Müller, the team won its first Bundesliga title in 1969 and three consecutive European Cups between 1974 and 1976. Several Bayern players also helped West Germany win the 1974 World Cup. The club continued to grow in the following decades, winning numerous domestic titles. Under Ottmar Hitzfeld, Bayern won the Champions League in 2001, defeating Valencia on penalties. The team moved to the Allianz Arena in 2005, creating a new home for its supporters. After Champions League final defeats in 2010 and 2012, Bayern reached the top again under Jupp Heynckes. In the 2012/13 season, the club won the Bundesliga, Champions League and DFB Cup. Arjen Robben scored the decisive goal in the 2–1 Champions League final victory over Borussia Dortmund at Wembley, completing one of the most successful seasons in Bayern’s history. Today, FC Bayern Munich has a worldwide fan base and a rich footballing tradition. Explore available tickets and experience the atmosphere live.