Vincent Kompany

There may only be three points at stake in each game, but some matches are undoubtedly more significant than others. And Bayern Munich’s title charge in 2025/26 was no different...

Bayern Munich may be accustomed to winning the Bundesliga title, but there are a number of members of Vincent Kompany’s squad who have done so for the first time.

Resurgent Bayern Munich attacker Serge Gnabry's World Cup campaign is in jeopardy due to an adductor injury in his thigh.

Vincent Kompany insisted his Bayern Munich team would have to battle past one of their “toughest opponents” in Stuttgart in order to retain their Bundesliga title. Bayern are on the cusp of a 35th top-flight title after Borussia Dortmund were beaten 2-1 by Hoffenheim, with a point at Allianz Arena on Sunday enough for Kompany’s […] The post Kompany relishing test against Bayern´s ´toughest opponents´ Stuttgart appeared first on Soccer News.

MANCHESTER CITY legend Sergio Aguero named fellow club icon Vincent Kompany as "the one" to replace Pep Guardiola when he leaves the Etihad. Guardiola, 55, has a contract with City until 2027 but has yet to commit for next season amid an intense Premier League title race with Arsenal, whom he faces on a potential...

Manchester United might stand a chance at landing their longtime target Alphonso Davies, whose future at Bayern Munich is no longer certain. The Red Devils had already pursued the Canadian last season, but he ended up signing a contract extension that pushed back the deadline until June 2030. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR […] The post “Door open” – Falk reveals Man Utd chances of landing ‘cheat code’ star amid Bayern & Kompany disagreement appeared first on Stretty News.

Prediction: Bayern Munich to win 2-0 Best Odds: 10/1 Bookmaker: Zetbet‘ Bayern Munich and Stuttgart will lock horns with each other in the Bundesliga this weekend. The match between Vincent Kompany’s side and Sebastian Hoeneß’s team will be held at the Allianz Arena and is scheduled to kick off at 4:30pm UK time on Sunday. […] The post Prediction: Bayern Munich vs Stuttgart appeared first on Soccer News.

The pressure is quietly building around Thomas Tuchel as the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins. The pressure is quietly building around Thomas Tuchel as the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins. England may have cruised through qualification, but doubts linger, and the scrutiny surrounding the manager’s methods is only intensifying. For the national team, the situation feels delicate. England has shown moments of control and authority, yet recent performances have left questions unanswered, particularly about balance and identity under Tuchel’s leadership. The Three Lions’ qualification campaign was close to flawless on paper. The team won all eight matches in their group without conceding a single goal, underlining defensive discipline and efficiency. However, those numbers tell only part of the story. Under the German boss, England has struggled to convince in key moments, particularly in friendlies against Uruguay and Japan, where performances lacked cohesion and attacking sharpness. The challenge ahead is far from straightforward. England has been drawn into a difficult group alongside Croatia, Ghana, and Panama. This group has already been labeled one of the toughest in the tournament. REAL MADRID PLAYERS, WORLD CUP SCHEDULE (All times CET) 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England – Group L June 17th, 22:00 – England vs Croatia 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇭🇷 June 23rd, 22:00 – England vs Ghana 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇭 June 27th, 23:00 – England vs Panama 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇵🇦 pic.twitter.com/xH9wk4PcB8 — Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) April 1, 2026 Croatia brings experience and pedigree, while Ghana and Panama offer unpredictability and physical intensity. For Tuchel, this context raises the stakes. Any tactical uncertainty or lack of cohesion could quickly be exposed on the biggest stage. Hoeness reveals how Kompany is better than Tuchel It is in this tense build-up that criticism from Uli Hoeness has added another layer of concern. Speaking publicly, the Bayern figure delivered a sharp assessment of Tuchel’s time at the German club. “Two things are important,” Hoeness began by explaining in the Auf eine weiss-blaue Tasse podcast. “This coach [Vincent Kmpany] makes every player better. And I’ve never seen him conduct a press conference where he said: I need a left-back, I need a right-back, as was the case under Tuchel.” The 74-year-old honorary Bayern president also questioned Tuchel’s approach to accountability, claiming: “When the team didn’t play well, he never questioned himself; it was always the team’s fault.” Hoeness highlights issues in player treatment and trust The critique went deeper, touching on Tuchel’s man-management. Hoeness pointed to specific examples involving players, including comments about individuals that were seen as dismissive or overly critical. “That right-back isn’t working, Kimmich isn’t a good player… I can’t use him at all,” Hoeness recalled, referencing Tuchel’s reported remarks about members of the squad. He also shared a striking anecdote: “He once asked Josip Stanisic if he could speak German, even though he was born here.” For Hoeness, such moments reflected deeper issues in communication and connection within the team. The ex-forward also highlighted the coach’s repeated public requests for new signings, arguing that it created unnecessary pressure on the squad structure. The former Bayern Munich boss frequently demanded reinforcements in key positions, particularly in defensive midfield, which he felt was missing a “holding six.” He contrasted this with a more development-focused approach under Vincent Kompany, suggesting a philosophical divide in squad management. The implication was clear: Tuchel’s methods, in Hoeness’ view, leaned too heavily on external fixes rather than internal solutions. Thomas Tuchel, Head Coach of England, reacts What it means for England The timing of these comments is significant. As Tuchel prepares to finalize his squad, questions about his leadership style are resurfacing at a critical moment. England’s recent history has been one of near misses, reaching major finals without lifting a trophy. Now, with expectations high once again, the margin for error is slim. The concern is not purely about tactics. It is about whether Tuchel can foster unity, manage big personalities, and maintain trust within the dressing room when pressure peaks.

Written by Harry Gillies. “What did you think of the sending off?” The Spanish press lobbed the question at Bayern’s manager, as they had to every passing player, but Vincent Kompany just smiled and said, “If you look at the game we can talk about some other situations as well.” Not that his words will […] The post Analysis: As Real Madrid career towards premature end to season, what’s left at the end of it? appeared first on Football España.

Recent speculation linking Manchester United with a summer move for Alphonso Davies has been firmly dismissed, with journalist Christian Falk stating that reports of talks between the two parties are simply not true. Despite the rumours circulating across several outlets, there has been no confirmed contact between United and the Canadian left-back regarding a transfer. […] The post Reports of Man United talks with Bayern Munich speedster refuted by reliable journo appeared first on CaughtOffside.

FC Bayern Munich booked their place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after a dramatic 6-4 aggregate victory over Real Madrid. The tie took a decisive turn late on when Madrid were reduced to ten men following an 86th-minute red card to Eduardo Camavinga. Bayern capitalized on the advantage, with late goals from Luis Díaz [...] The post UEFA Champions League: Bayern, PSG, Arsenal and Atlético Madrid reach semi-finals first appeared on Sahara Football.

The father of Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany proudly wore a Bayern scarf in the Belgian parliament on Thursday, less than 24 hours after the Bavarians put four past Real Madrid to reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League.

Manager’s grounded attitude has helped the free-scoring German giants set up a tantalising Champions League showdown and de facto final If you thought that was good, wait until you have done it at Ewood Park. While everyone else struggled to compose themselves after watching a modern classic unfold between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, it was Vincent Kompany who supplied the cooling balm. He had just taken Bayern back to the Champions League semi-finals in scintillating fashion, another feat to justify the decision to take him from Burnley two years ago. Not many managers have breathed such rarefied air within days of turning 40. For Kompany, though, it sat snugly alongside the snappy Lancashire climate. “I remember we beat Blackburn twice with Burnley,” he said, having been asked whether Wednesday night marked a crowning achievement in his coaching career. “Nobody in this room will want to compare it with the game today, but it was amazing. I experienced so much as a player and that was incredible. For Bayern this game is an amazing feeling, but I don’t think you wait for Real Madrid to say ‘this is the best’. You have to get it from other things as well.”

Bayern Munich secured their UEFA Champions League semi-final place after an all-time classic against 15-time winners Real Madrid. Here are three things we learnt. Bayern’s defence could be exposed by…

Kompany ought to be on Manchester City’s radar as the best, and most logical replacement for Guardiola, but it is hard to see it happen soon

By Martin Graham The knockout rounds of Europe’s premier competition once again delivered high drama, with seven goals, two dismissals, and the exit of its most decorated club. The tie burst into life almost instantly when Real Madrid struck after just 35 seconds, prompting Steven Gerrard to suggest viewers were in for a remarkable […]

Vincent Kompany likens Bayern’s UEFA Champions League Quarter Final win over Real Madrid to Burnley doing the double over Blackburn. His side will take on holders Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals after seeing off Real Madrid in a thrilling 4-3 win (6-4 on aggregate). But will talking to the media after the game, he couldn’t […] The post Vincent Kompany likens Bayern’s win over Real Madrid to Burnley doing the double over Blackburn appeared first on Fan Banter.

A statement win over Real Madrid, despite a shaky start, has the Bavarian club as the team to beat in UCL