The legendary Thomas Müller just keeps going. At 36 years old, the German star, who made the big switch from Bayern Munich to the Vancouver Whitecaps, played a huge part in helping his new team snag their fourth Canadian Championship in a row. They beat Vancouver FC 4-2 in a thrilling match, but the night was even bigger for Müller himself. He didn’t just win a trophy; he shattered some impressive records.
Müller’s performance on the field was nothing short of brilliant. He netted a penalty and also set up a goal for a teammate. With that penalty, he hit the incredible milestone of 300 career goals across 892 games. But the real headline was his 35th collective title. That huge win means Müller has now officially passed Toni Kroos, who has 34 titles, making him the most decorated German player in history. It’s a truly remarkable achievement.
The veteran kicked things off early, delivering an assist to Ali Ahmed just five minutes into the game. Then, he put the Whitecaps up 2-0 with a confident penalty kick at the ten-minute mark. Vancouver FC did pull one back through Elage Bah in the 35th minute, but Ahmed quickly responded with another goal a minute later. Later, in the 83rd minute, the well-known Ryan Gauld, who once played for Sporting, Aves, and Farense, sealed the 4-1 lead. Nicolás Mezquida managed to score for Vancouver FC right at the final whistle, but it was too late.
This victory was massive for the Vancouver Whitecaps. Winning the Canadian Championship means they’ve now locked in their spot for the CONCACAF Champions League in 2026. What a night for the club, and especially for Thomas Müller, who added another shining chapter to his storied career.