Jamal Musiala has revealed he was unbothered by criticism from pundits, including Jurgen Klopp and Thomas Müller.

What happened?

The Bayern Munich star explained he doesn't watch or read anything the pundits say, preferring to focus on himself.
He said this in a recent interview with BILD ahead of Germany's upcoming clash with the Ivory Coast.

Why it matters for Jamal Musiala

Jamal Musiala's mental approach has helped him overcome injury problems in the 2025-26 campaign.
He explained that overcoming those problems is "just part of being a footballer."
The 23-year-old has learned to focus on the positive, even when it's difficult.

What comes next?

Germany will face a more challenging task against Ivory Coast on Saturday evening.
Jamal Musiala senses that his role in the game will remain similar, but he'll have to work harder defensively.
He's enjoying winning the ball back and taking chances up front.
The Bayern Munich star is confident that Germany will create enough chances if they continue playing like they did against Curaçao.
Jamal Musiala has grown as a person, learning the importance of patience in overcoming serious injuries.
He's convinced that focusing on the positive is key to success, even when it's not easy.
The road back from injury involved a lot of hard work and patience, but Jamal Musiala is now feeling fresh on the pitch.
Julian tells him what he needs to know to do his job on the pitch, and Jamal Musiala is grateful for the support.
As Germany prepares to face Ivory Coast, Jamal Musiala is ready for the challenge, knowing that his team needs to take their chances when they get them.
The Ivory Coast have a stronger attack, so Jamal Musiala will have to put in a lot of energy defensively.
But he's enjoying the challenge, and he's confident that Germany can come out on top.
Jamal Musiala's experience in the football business has taught him to stay away from criticism and focus on his game.
He's learned to imagine what's being said about him, but he prefers to stay away from it.
The most important thing for Jamal Musiala is that his mind is always clear, and he can feel fresh on the pitch.