2018 Bayern Munich – Arjen Robben #10 Large

The 2017–18 season was a landmark campaign for FC Bayern Munich, as the club reclaimed domestic supremacy and completed a commanding Bundesliga title win under the stewardship of Jupp Heynckes. After a turbulent start to the season under Carlo Ancelotti, Bayern turned to Heynckes for a fourth stint as head coach in October 2017 — a move that immediately restored stability, structure, and elite performance standards.

Bayern finished Bundesliga champions with 84 points, securing the title with several matches to spare and reaffirming their dominance in German football. They also reached the DFB-Pokal final, where they narrowly lost 3–1 to Eintracht Frankfurt, a match that served as Heynckes’ final game in charge. In Europe, Bayern advanced to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, eliminating Besiktas and Sevilla before falling to Real Madrid in a tightly contested tie — the fourth consecutive season they were knocked out by the eventual champions.

The 2017–18 Bayern Munich home kit, produced by adidas, was bold and modern while rooted in tradition. It featured a deep red base with thin white horizontal pinstripes, inspired by classic Bayern shirts of the 1970s. The T-Mobile sponsor sat prominently on the chest, while white adidas shoulder stripes completed a design that balanced heritage with contemporary styling. The shirt is now closely associated with Bayern’s return to authority and the final elite chapter of several club legends.

2. Player’s Impact – Arjen Robben

The 2017–18 season represented the final great chapter of Arjen Robben’s Bayern Munich career. At 34 years old, Robben was no longer an automatic starter, but his influence remained decisive whenever called upon. Used primarily as a right-sided winger or impact substitute, he continued to deliver the moments that defined his legacy — directness, cutting inside from the right, and devastating left-footed finishes.

Robben made 29 appearances in all competitions, scoring 6 goals and contributing several key assists. While his minutes were carefully managed due to recurring injuries, his quality never diminished. He produced match-defining performances in crucial Bundesliga fixtures and delivered important contributions during Bayern’s Champions League run, offering experience and composure in high-pressure situations.

Tactically, Robben thrived in Heynckes’ structured system, which emphasized intelligent pressing, controlled possession, and wide penetration. Even in reduced minutes, his gravity drew defenders, opening space for teammates like Thomas Müller, Franck Ribéry, and Robert Lewandowski. His professionalism and influence in the dressing room were equally important, helping guide a squad transitioning toward a new generation.

This season underscored Robben’s evolution from explosive winger to elite veteran specialist, and it further cemented his status as one of Bayern Munich’s greatest-ever players.

3. Full Squad List (FC Bayern Munich – 2017–18 Season)

Manager: Jupp Heynckes

Goalkeepers:
Manuel Neuer (captain), Sven Ulreich, Tom Starke

Defenders:
Mats Hummels, Jérôme Boateng, Niklas Süle, Javi Martínez, Joshua Kimmich, David Alaba, Rafinha, Juan Bernat

Midfielders:
Thiago Alcântara, Arturo Vidal, Corentin Tolisso, Sebastian Rudy, Thomas Müller

Forwards:
Arjen Robben, Franck Ribéry, Robert Lewandowski, James Rodríguez, Kingsley Coman