Why Harvard Studied This Footballer
Athletic InterestNov 27, 2025 • 1.2M views
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Thomas Müller is a statistical anomaly. He possesses no Mbappe-level speed, no Messi-style dribbling, and no Ronaldo-esque physique. Yet, he has won more trophies than almost anyone in history.
In this video, we dive deep into the "Müller Mystery" to understand how a player who looks so unorthodox on the pitch became the most consistent winner in modern football - and what soft skills make him the ultimate CEO of the locker room. From his 17-year dominance at Bayern Munich to his "Radio Müller" leadership style, this is the story of how intelligence beats raw talent.
Check out the full Harvard Business School case here (link to purchase):
https://store.hbr.org/product/thomas-muller-mr-bayern-munich/425031?sku=425031-PDF-ENG
Thanks to Sascha L. Schmidt for partnering with us! Make sure to check out the new WHU Leadership Program, including case studies from top athletes (Nowitzki, Müller, Alonso):
https://ee.whu.edu/open-programs/beyond-winning-the-leadership-mindset/?pk_campaign=&pk_kwd=&pk_source=googleAds&pk_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22735521257
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