After a thrilling Bundesliga campaign packed with surprises, goals, and standout performances, it’s time to honor the league’s top eleven. From title-winning brilliance to breakout stars and consistent performers, this Best XI reflects the players who made the biggest impact throughout the 2024/25 season.
Here’s our selection for the Bundesliga Team of the Season – featuring the most influential and exceptional players across every position.
Goalkeeper: Nikola Vasilj (St. Pauli)
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Vasilj was a key figure in St. Pauli’s impressive return to the Bundesliga. His commanding presence, quick reflexes, and consistent shot-stopping helped secure crucial points throughout the season.
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A revelation this season, Mittelstädt impressed with his energy, attacking drive, and defensive consistency. He was instrumental in Stuttgart’s push for Champions League qualification.
Despite Bayern’s turbulent year, Upamecano remained a dominant figure at the back. His physical strength, aerial prowess, and ball-carrying ability stood out across the campaign.
Center-back: Jonathan Tah (Bayer Leverkusen)
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A rock in Leverkusen’s historic title-winning team, Tah anchored the defense with composure and leadership. His smart positioning and strength made him vital to Xabi Alonso’s setup.
Right-back: Mitchell Weiser (Werder Bremen)
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Weiser offered consistent performances and was one of the most attacking full-backs in the league. His overlapping runs and creative play added an extra dimension to Bremen’s right flank.
Kimmich’s tactical intelligence and passing range remained world-class. Even in a tough season for Bayern, he dictated play and maintained control in midfield.
Grifo continues to be one of the most underrated creative forces in Germany. His goals, assists, and set-piece quality once again made a difference for Freiburg.
Central attacking midfield: Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
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Wirtz was the heartbeat of Leverkusen’s attack, dazzling with his vision, dribbling, and final passes. He was arguably the league’s standout player in a title-winning campaign.
Right midfield: Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
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Arriving in January, Olise made an instant impact with flair and technical brilliance. He injected creativity into Bayern’s offense and was one of the few bright spots in their season.
Striker: Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
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Kane topped the Bundesliga scoring charts in his debut season. His lethal finishing and link-up play proved his world-class status, even without a title.
After a record-breaking start at Stuttgart, Guirassy switched to Dortmund and kept scoring. His physicality, movement, and clinical edge made him a constant threat up front.
