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#2 Greater physical fitness and higher pressing
A reported lack of intensity in training under Ancelotti had deprived Bayern of the physical edge they enjoyed in games under Guardiola. Arturo Vidal exemplified this lack of fitness, with the former Juventus midfielder looking a shadow of his former energetic box-to-box self. With the return of Heyneckes, the demand in training has been restored. Vidal has risen above his dip in form to get back on track again.
Bayern seem capable of running their opponents into submission again, rather than simply relying on greater talent to help them win matches. Heyneckes has also brought back his brand of counter-pressing. Players like Robben seem eager to fight for the ball again after losing it. In modern football, talent can only get you so far – even the likes of Real, Barca and Bayern need to put in a shift to ensure sustained success.
