Bayern Munich’s Jovana Damnjanovic is on a mission. The Serbian striker, who missed last season’s Champions League semi-finals due to an ACL injury, is now back in action and eager to help her team in their quest for European glory. The 27-year-old forward made her comeback this season, feeling “even better” than before her injury.
Damnjanovic’s journey has been marked by intense competition for her position, particularly with the arrival of Lea Schuller from Essen. Schuller stepped up in Damnjanovic’s absence, scoring 16 goals and playing a pivotal role in Bayern’s first league title win in five years. However, the relationship between Damnjanovic and Schuller is far from rivalry; it’s a partnership built on mutual support and respect. Their bond was evident when Schuller celebrated her hat-trick against Cologne with Damnjanovic, who had encouraged her at half-time.
Before joining Bayern, Damnjanovic experienced success with Wolfsburg, where she won the Champions League at just 19. Although she didn’t fully grasp the magnitude of the achievement back then, she now recognizes the rarity of such victories. Winning the Champions League with Bayern would be a dream come true for her, especially with a team she considers more than just teammates.
Jovana Damnjanovic: The Future Ahead
Bayern’s women’s team is currently embroiled in a tight Bundesliga title race with Wolfsburg and is set to face them in the DFB-Pokal semi-finals. With Jovana Damnjanovic‘s renewed strength and the team’s camaraderie, Bayern is poised to make a strong push in both domestic and European competitions. The forward’s journey from injury to the heart of Bayern’s title aspirations is a testament to her resilience and the supportive environment fostered at the club.
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