Neuer: Bayern needs to move forward steadily in the Champions League, first of all, we must strive to enter the eighth finals directly

This morning, in the first round of the Champions League this season, Bayern defeated Chelsea 3-1 at home, and Neuer was interviewed after the game.

About this game, we know that our opponent is the Club World Cup champion team, and we also know that Chelsea is in good shape. But we are in a good shape – we have taken advantage of the momentum to turn it into our own strengths. We are very happy that we can win the first home game of the Champions League.

How do you comment on Hones' recent remarks about "Bayern is at a disadvantage in the Champions League"?

When you play for Bayern, you always desire to win, and the Champions League is no exception, which has always been our goal. We have to move forward steadily step by step, first of all, to be in the top eight at the end of the Champions League phase (without playing-up to the quarterfinals directly), and then work hard to win every match in the knockout phase on the road to the final.