José Mourinho has aimed a mocking comment at Bayern Munich following the club's DFB-Pokal exit. The manager's remark, reported by German newspaper BILD, came after a shock 1-2 defeat to a third-division side in the second round on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026.
According to the report, Mourinho stated simply: "We already know that we are." The brief, ambiguous phrase is seen as a dig at the Bayern hierarchy. This early cup elimination is a significant blow to the season's objectives under the new coach, who took charge in the summer.
How is Bayern doing in the Bundesliga?
Despite the cup embarrassment, Bayern Munich remains on track in the Bundesliga. Heading into the current matchday of the 2026/27 season, José Mourinho's side holds second place in the league standings. The defense has conceded only three goals in the first five league matches. The attack was bolstered in the summer with the signing of young striker Mathys Tel from Stade Rennais. Tel is one of several new arrivals Mourinho must integrate into his tactical setup.
What are the next fixtures?
The team must quickly move on from the cup defeat as the schedule remains congested. The next task is a Bundesliga home match against Borussia Mönchengladbach on Saturday, September 5th. The first Champions League group stage match under Mourinho follows in the subsequent week. Fans can view the full season schedule on our fixtures page. The tight schedule will test the squad's depth, especially given several current absences.
Who is currently injured for Bayern?
Mourinho will be without several key players for the upcoming fixtures. According to the latest injuries list, the team is currently missing Kingsley Coman, Serge Gnabry, and a newly signed centre-back. Coman is sidelined with a muscle injury and is not expected back until October. These absences limit rotation options and increase the workload for available players during this intense period.
| Player | Position | Injury | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsley Coman | Winger | Muscle Injury | October 2026 |
| Serge Gnabry | Winger | Groin Issues | unknown |
| New Signing CB | Defence | Ankle | after international break |
The remaining players must show in the coming weeks that they can put the cup upset behind them. The next home game at the Allianz Arena against Gladbach provides the immediate opportunity for a response. Kick-off is at 15:30.
