FIFA WC 2014 Prel. Comp. European Zone
In the build-up to the UEFA Champions League final, FIFA.com spoke exclusively to Bayern Munich and Germany captain Philipp Lahm, who also looked ahead to the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.
Jupp Heynckes lauded his Bayern Munich side's title-winning performances this season, after lifting the Bundesliga trophy, saying they have performed like no other team the club has ever produced.
The manner of last season's UEFA Champions League final defeat has left the current crop of Bayern Munich players more determined to secure success in Europe's premier club competition, says Jupp Heynckes.
Philipp Lahm has insisted Bayern Munich are not European chokers, discussed the influence of Lionel Messi and tipped their semi-final against Barcelona to be a thriller.
Germany captain Philipp Lahm is not concerned about the prospect of a qualification decider against Sweden in October as he prepares for the next two FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
An impressive first-half performance helped Bayern Munich to a 3-1 UEFA Champions League win at Arsenal with Toni Kroos, Thomas Muller and Mario Mandzukic on target for the visitors to leave the Gunners with a mountain to climb.
