Thomas Muller channelled his inner Harry Kane as he paid tribute to his former Bayern Munich teammate after scoring his first hat-trick for new club Vancouver Whitecaps, who demolished Philadelphia Union 7-0. Since completing a free transfer to Vancouver this summer, the Germany legend has appeared in three matches in MLS and has four goals.

  • Muller's first MLS hat-trick with Vancouver Whitecaps

    Vancouver moved up to third place in the Western Conference table after a thumping 7-0 win over Philadelphia on Saturday. After opening his account against St. Louis CITY in their last game, Muller scored his first hat-trick since completing a move to MLS.

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    Muller takes inspiration from Kane after scoring three times

    Muller marked his 36th birthday with a stellar outing. After the match-winning performance, the Germany legend paid tribute to his former Bayern Munich team-mates, including close friend Kane, as he showed off his match ball. In the Bundesliga, the England captain scored a brace in Bayern's mauling of Hamburg. 

  • What did Muller say to Kane?

    Muller shared a reaction video on social media where he can seen saying: "What a great night tonight! We got a win against Philadelphia. Thanks to my team-mates, obviously, they did a great job to set me up for a hat-trick. Thank you all for all your birthday wishes. I am very happy to win with my Whitecaps and also greetings to my former team-mates from Bayern Munich and especially to Harry Kane. Harry, now I know how you feel."

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    When is Muller playing next?

    Muller will be back in action for the Whitecaps on Tuesday as they face Forge in the second leg of their Canadian Championship semi-final clash.