text: Bayern Munich playmaker Thiago admits coming on against Borussia Dortmund to make his first appearance in a year was an emotional moment and has thanked the German club. The midfielder hadn't played for the Bayern since March in 2014, when he suffered a serious knee injury against Hoffenheim, but came on for Philipp Lahm in the 1-0 win at the Westfalenstadion on Saturday. And Spain international Thiago said that after seeing the reaction of the fans it has reminded him of the joy in the sport and admitted: 'Football is my life'. Thiago came on for his first appearance in over a year against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday . The Spanish midfielder celebrates with Bayern Munich team-mates after their 1-0 win at the Westfalenstadion . 'It's crazy. I have to thank everyone: the club, the coaches, my team-mates. They've all been really supportive,' he told Bayern's official website. 'The fans have helped me. It was an emotional moment. I'm very happy. 'Some people think football is just a game, but when I saw how emotional the fans were, I knew: football is my life.' Thiago admits he is still far from full fitness but is now hoping to get back into the side as Pep Guardiola's men continue their hunt for the treble. 'I'm not ready for 90 minutes, I felt tired after 10!' he added. 'My goals haven't changed: to win games and win titles.' Thiago came on for Philipp Lahm and admitted he barely felt fit enough to play 10 minutes .
target: Thiago Alcantara hadn't played for Bayern Munich since March 2014 .
  Midfielder plays 10 minutes in 1-0 victory against Borussia Dortmund .