The defender was named UEFA’s man of the match in Bayern Munich’s 1-0 victory and expressed satisfaction in ending his old rival’s European journey. He stated that it was nice to knock them about.
Bayern faced challenges, especially after losing the Bundesliga title for the first time in 11 years to Bayer Leverkusen. Despite this, Eric Dier credited the team’s quality, commitment, and the manager’s tactics in nullifying their opponents and securing victory.
Manager Thomas Tuchel reflected on the 3-2 aggregate win, emphasizing the importance of reaching the semi-finals and expressing pride in the team’s strong showing and composure. He highlighted the need to stay compact and the team’s overall performance in securing the win.