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'Davies is the FC Bayern Road Runner!' - Muller hails teenage defender's blistering pace

Thomas Muller has paid tribute to the searing pace of Alphonso Davies, calling his Bayern Munich team-mate his side's "Road Runner."

Davies helped Bayern to a 1-0 win over rivals Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, as Joshua Kimmich's first-half goal saw his side open up a seven-point lead atop the Bundesliga.

One first-half moment epitomised the pace Davies brings to his side, as the Canada international chased down and thwarted Dortmund star Erling Haaland when it appeared he was clear in on goal.

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Muller wasn't surprised to see his team-mate catch one of the fastest players in the league, likening the 19-year-old to the famous cartoon character.