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Kane's Rest: Ballon d'Or High Followed by DFB-Pokal Break
31 Oct
Summary
- Harry Kane was rested for Bayern's DFB-Pokal match after winning the Ballon d'Or.
- The rest was pre-planned by Bayern coaching staff before the Ballon d'Or ceremony.
- Kane is now focused on training for the upcoming Bundesliga match against Dortmund.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane confirmed his omission from Wednesday's 6-1 DFB-Pokal win against Magdeburg was a pre-arranged rest. This decision by the coaching staff preceded his Ballon d'Or victory on the previous Monday. Kane stated that the club recognized his extensive playing schedule over the preceding six weeks.
Kane explained that while he was available to play, scoring the fourth goal effectively sealed the match, making his rest a sensible option. He acknowledged the significant emotional impact of winning the Ballon d'Or and emphasized the importance of recovery before an upcoming major fixture. Assistant coach Aaron Danks praised Kane's humble dedication and the importance of his international achievement.
Following his brief respite, Kane is now set to return for Bayern's vital Bundesliga encounter against Borussia Dortmund. This Klassiker match on Saturday evening presents an opportunity for the striker to showcase his form after a period of rest and celebrated success.
