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'All clubs in Europe should work together' - Bayern Munich confirm opposition to Super League

Bayern Munich have confirmed their opposition to the Super League.

On Sunday, 12 teams from England, Spain and Italy confirmed they are set to join the new competition which has been designed to rival the current Champions League.

In a statement, Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge confirmed that his club are not behind the proposal, instead saying they prefer a revamp of the Champions League.

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What was said?

“FC Bayern did not participate in the planning of a Super League," Rummenigge said. "We are convinced that the current structure in football guarantees a reliable foundation.