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Bayern's Hoeness criticises winger Karl for lack of humility

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 9:18 AM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Bayern's Hoeness criticises winger Karl for lack of humility

Summary

Uli Hoeness, honorary president of Bayern Munich, has publicly reprimanded winger Lennart Karl for his attitude. He plans to have a serious discussion with Karl, highlighting that the young player is not yet a superstar and needs to exhibit humility. Hoeness stated that praise from the previous season may have negatively impacted Karl's mindset. The 18-year-old had a standout year last season, scoring nine goals and assisting eight others. However, injuries have limited his contributions this season, with only one goal in nine appearances so far.

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By the Numbers

•Uli Hoeness criticises Lennart Karl's attitude at Bayern Munich.
•Hoeness plans a serious discussion with the 18-year-old winger.
•Karl scored nine goals last season but has struggled this year.
•He missed the World Cup due to a thigh injury.
•Karl has played only 267 minutes so far this season.

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9:18 AMYahoo Sports — Lack of humility: Bayern's Hoeness criticises youngster Karl

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Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has criticised the attitude of winger Lennart Karl and announced that he will be having a discussion with the teenager. "I have decided to have a serious talk with him.
— Yahoo Sports

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