Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel said the Bundesliga title race is over despite the race not lost, albeit mathematically with seven games to play.
He was speaking after his side lost 2-0 at home to Borussia Dortmund, their first Der Klassiker victory since 2019.
The defeat widens the gap between Bayern and leaders Bayer Leverkusen, who beat Hoffenheim earlier on Saturday to 13 points.
“Obviously, yes” was the response when Tuchel was asked in the Mixed Zone if his team were out of title contention.
“After today’s game there is no more need to count points. How many is it now? Congratulations to Leverkusen,” he added.
However, Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed he will stay at the club next season, ending speculation he could succeed Tuchel at Bayern or join Liverpool to replace the departing Jürgen Klopp.
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