Under Pep Guardiola, Bayern Munich continued their domestic dominance, winning the Bundesliga title with several games to spare, their 25th in history. The squad featured world-class players like Manuel Neuer, Arjen Robben, Franck Ribéry, Thomas Müller, Philipp Lahm, and Robert Lewandowski, who joined from Dortmund and quickly became a key figure. Bayern’s possession-heavy, tactically fluid style often overwhelmed Bundesliga opponents. However, their season was blemished by exits in both cup competitions: a DFB-Pokal semi-final defeat to Dortmund and a Champions League semi-final loss to Barcelona. Despite frustrations in Europe, Bayern cemented their status as Germany’s undisputed powerhouse.

After a disappointing 2006/07, Bayern rebuilt under new manager Ottmar Hitzfeld, backed by heavy investment. Big arrivals included Franck Ribéry, Luca Toni, and Miroslav Klose, who transformed the squad. Bayern stormed to the Bundesliga title, dominating from start to finish, with Toni scoring prolifically. They also claimed the DFB-Pokal, completing a domestic double. In Europe, Bayern reached the UEFA Cup semi-finals, producing memorable wins over Anderlecht and Getafe, before being eliminated by Zenit St. Petersburg. Veterans like Oliver Kahn (in his final season) provided leadership, while Ribéry became a star. This season restored Bayern’s supremacy in German football.

After reaching the Champions League final the previous year, Bayern endured a turbulent campaign under Louis van Gaal. Defensively fragile and inconsistent in the Bundesliga, they slipped out of the title race early, finishing 3rd, far behind champions Borussia Dortmund. Star men Arjen Robben, Franck Ribéry, and Thomas Müller still provided attacking brilliance, but injuries and tactical inflexibility hampered results. In Europe, Bayern were eliminated in the Champions League Round of 16 by Inter Milan in a dramatic tie. They also fell short in the domestic cups. Van Gaal was dismissed late in the season, with Jupp Heynckes announced as his successor.

After the treble-winning heights of 2000/01, Bayern endured a difficult follow-up under Ottmar Hitzfeld. In the Bundesliga, they slipped to 3rd place, finishing well behind champions Borussia Dortmund. In the Champions League, Bayern were eliminated at the quarter-final stage by Real Madrid, failing to defend their crown despite strong early performances. The DFB-Pokal also ended in disappointment with an early exit. However, Bayern did collect silverware by winning the Intercontinental Cup against Boca Juniors in Tokyo, courtesy of a Samuel Kuffour goal. Overall, it was a transitional season marked by fatigue and inconsistency after the previous year’s glory.

Under Felix Magath, Bayern Munich secured another domestic double, winning both the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. The squad, featuring leaders like Oliver Kahn, Michael Ballack, Roy Makaay, Bastian Schweinsteiger, and Philipp Lahm, blended experience with emerging talent. In the league, Bayern’s consistency and defensive strength saw them finish comfortably ahead of Hamburg, sealing back-to-back titles. The DFB-Pokal triumph came with a 1–0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. However, their Champions League campaign ended in disappointment with a Round of 16 defeat to AC Milan. It was Ballack’s final season before leaving for Chelsea, marking the end of an era.

Under Ottmar Hitzfeld, Bayern Munich achieved one of the most historic campaigns in their history. Domestically, they clinched the Bundesliga title on the final day, thanks to a stoppage-time goal by Patrik Andersson against Hamburg. The season’s pinnacle came in Europe: Bayern won the UEFA Champions League, defeating Valencia on penalties in Milan after a tense 1–1 draw, with Oliver Kahn the hero in the shootout. Key players included Stefan Effenberg, Giovane Élber, Bixente Lizarazu, and Mehmet Scholl. This double confirmed Bayern’s status as Europe’s elite, delivering their first Champions League trophy since 1976.

1997/98: Under manager Otto Rehhagel, Bayern Munich finished 2nd in the Bundesliga, narrowly missing the title to Kaiserslautern. The squad featured stars like Lothar Matthäus, Marcel Witeczek, Giovane Élber, and Oliver Kahn, blending attacking firepower, midfield control, and defensive stability. Bayern competed strongly but lacked the consistency to secure the league.

1998/99: Managed by Ottmar Hitzfeld, Bayern claimed the Bundesliga title, finishing first domestically while also reaching the UEFA Champions League final, famously losing to Manchester United in a dramatic comeback. The team showcased tactical discipline, strong squad depth, and attacking efficiency. This period solidified Bayern’s dominance in German football and European competitiveness.

Under Ottmar Hitzfeld, Bayern Munich achieved one of the most historic campaigns in their history. Domestically, they clinched the Bundesliga title on the final day, thanks to a stoppage-time goal by Patrik Andersson against Hamburg. The season’s pinnacle came in Europe: Bayern won the UEFA Champions League, defeating Valencia on penalties in Milan after a tense 1–1 draw, with Oliver Kahn the hero in the shootout. Key players included Stefan Effenberg, Giovane Élber, Bixente Lizarazu, and Mehmet Scholl. This double confirmed Bayern’s status as Europe’s elite, delivering their first Champions League trophy since 1976.

1993/94: Under Erich Ribbeck, Bayern won the Bundesliga title, their first since 1990. With leaders like Lothar Matthäus, Mehmet Scholl, and striker Adolfo Valencia, they played bold attacking football. Despite domestic success, they disappointed in the DFB-Pokal and Europe.

1994/95: The following season was turbulent. Ribbeck was sacked, and Giovanni Trapattoni returned as coach. Bayern slumped to 6th place in the league, with inconsistency, dressing-room tension, and injuries undermining their campaign. European hopes were dashed early, and fans grew restless.

1996/97: Under returning coach Giovanni Trapattoni, Bayern Munich secured the Bundesliga title, powered by stars like Oliver Kahn, Lothar Matthäus, Mehmet Scholl, and striker Jürgen Klinsmann. Their disciplined, pragmatic football delivered consistency, though European progress was limited.

1997/98: With Trapattoni still in charge, Bayern finished 2nd in the Bundesliga, edged out by Kaiserslautern in a surprise title race. However, they lifted the DFB-Pokal, defeating MSV Duisburg in the final. Despite domestic cup success, their European run disappointed, and Trapattoni left at the season’s end.