Bayern Munich coach who vowed attacking style against PSG in Champions League semi-final despite defensive vulnerability concerns.
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The Namibian
Vincent Kompany is flourishing in charge of Bayern Munich
“Former City captain Vincent Kompany is flourishing in charge of Bayern Munich while newly appointed Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso worked under him at Bayern.”
Pep Guardiola: Catalan genius who changed footballThe Namibian
Coach Vincent Kompany said he was already motivated for next season's Champions League
“"I'm already motivated for next season. I know how hard it is to win this prize and I know how much depends on details," said the 40-year-old.”
Bruised Bayern ‘already motivated’ for next Champions League tiltThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany promised to stick with high-octane approach in PSG Champions League semi-final
“Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has promised to stick with his high-octane, high-risk approach in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against holders Paris Saint-Germain.”
Bayern’s Kompany promises repeat fireworks in PSG Champions League semiThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany watched from the stands due to suspension
“Kompany, watching from the stands due to suspension, would have been delighted with his team's response — even if they were relieved to see Senny Mayulu's late strike for PSG come back off Neuer's crossbar.”
PSG edge Bayern in nine goal Champions League semi final epicThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany is suspended for the opening leg against PSG
“One challenge for Bayern is the absence of coach Vincent Kompany, who is suspended for the opening leg.”
Team first Kane propelling Bayern to glory as PSG showdown loomsThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany is the fourth coach to win the Bundesliga in his first two seasons
“4 – Bayern Munich's Vincent Kompany is the fourth coach to win the Bundesliga in his first two seasons in charge.”
Leipzig and Union’s Bundesliga clash shows changing face of footballThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany is Bayern coach fresh from best achievement of his young coaching career
“Fresh from the best achievement of his still young coaching career, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany may be tempted to rest some of his key starters — particularly with a German Cup semi-final at Bayer Leverkusen three days later.”
Red hot Bayern on cusp of Bundesliga title as perfect week rolls onThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany's side produced masterclass in first half
“Vincent Kompany's side, arguably the strongest team in Europe this season, produced a masterclass in the first half and could have been several goals ahead.”
Diaz, Kane give Bayern Champions League edge at Real MadridThe Namibian
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany told DAZN "It was a poor performance from the referee"
“"It was a poor performance from the referee," Bayern coach Vincent Kompany told DAZN.”
Nine man Bayern fight to draw at LeverkusenThe Namibian
Vincent Kompany brought on Musiala and Alphonso Davies at half-time
“coach Vincent Kompany showed no mercy by bringing on Musiala and Alphonso Davies at the break.”
Bayern on verge of Champions League quarters after smashing six past AtalantaArsenal and Paris Saint-Germain meet in Saturday's Champions League final in a clash of styles—PSG with continental attacking prowess against Mikel Arteta's pragmatic, defensive Arsenal, who have conceded only six goals in 14 matches while PSG have let in 22.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain meet in Saturday's Champions League final in a clash of styles—PSG with continental attacking prowess against Mikel Arteta's pragmatic, defensive Arsenal, who have conceded only six goals in 14 matches while PSG have let in 22.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Pep Guardiola is reportedly in his final days as Manchester City manager after a decade in charge, during which he won 20 trophies including six Premier League titles and the club's first Champions League. The 55-year-old Catalan has reshaped English football with City's unprecedented run of success, though the club has made no official announcement.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern Munich lost 1-1 at home to PSG in the Champions League semi-final second leg, eliminating them 6-5 on aggregate. Coach Vincent Kompany said he was already motivated to return to the competition next season.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has promised to maintain his team's high-octane, high-risk attacking approach in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against PSG, despite criticism for defensive vulnerability. Bayern hold a 21-goal tally in their past six games but have conceded 16 goals in the same span, trailing PSG by one goal from the 5-4 first leg.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, the highest-scoring match ever at this stage of the competition. Kvaratskhelia and Dembele each scored twice as PSG took a narrow advantage into next week's return leg at the Allianz Arena, with the final in Budapest on May 30 at stake.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Harry Kane has been instrumental in Bayern Munich's pursuit of the Champions League title, combining back-to-back Bundesliga wins with crucial goals in knockout stages, including strikes against Real Madrid. Kane, who has 53 goals in 45 games this season, faces holders Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-final with the first leg in Paris on Tuesday, with the final in Budapest in May.
27 April 2026 · The Namibian →
RB Leipzig face Union Berlin on Friday, with Leipzig chasing Champions League qualification and Union fighting relegation. The match highlights a shift in football's leadership: Union is coached by Marie-Louise Eta, the first woman to coach a men's side in a major European league, while Leipzig's CEO is Tatjana Haenni, the first female club boss in German football history.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern Munich are 12 points clear with five games remaining and will win the Bundesliga title with a victory against Stuttgart on Sunday, fresh from eliminating Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. Coach Vincent Kompany may rest key players ahead of a German Cup semi-final three days later.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid drew 1-1 at home against Girona in La Liga, with Fede Valverde's goal cancelled out by Thomas Lemar's strike, leaving Madrid six points behind Barcelona with seven matches remaining. Coach Arbeloa disputed a late penalty appeal involving Kylian Mbappe and complained about VAR's consistency, while Madrid prepare for a Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich on Wednesday with the title race appearing secondary to their European ambitions.
11 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Luis Diaz and Harry Kane scored to give Bayern Munich a 2–1 victory at Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final first leg, though Kylian Mbappe's second-half goal kept the tie open ahead of next week's return match in Munich.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern Munich came from two goals down in the final 10 minutes to beat Freiburg 3-2 in the Bundesliga, with Tom Bischof scoring twice and Lennart Karl grabbing the winner in stoppage time ahead of their Champions League quarter-final first leg at Real Madrid on Tuesday.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Harry Kane scored in Bayern Munich's 4-0 home victory over Union Berlin, moving to 31 goals this season and within 10 of Robert Lewandowski's single-season Bundesliga record with seven games remaining. Serge Gnabry scored twice and Michael Olise also netted as Bayern extended their league lead to 12 points.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern Munich drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen despite being reduced to nine men after two red cards in a Bundesliga clash on Saturday. Second-placed Borussia Dortmund defeated Augsburg 2-0, moving nine points behind the reigning champions with eight games remaining.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern Munich defeated Atalanta 6-1 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, with Michael Olise scoring twice and Serge Gnabry, Nicolas Jackson, and Jamal Musiala also finding the net. The dominant performance leaves Bayern on the verge of the quarter-finals, with a blockbuster tie against Real Madrid or Manchester City awaiting if they progress.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
After a shocking 4-1 Champions League elimination to Atalanta midweek, Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel is looking to Saturday's Bundesliga clash with Bayern Munich as a chance to spark a recovery. Kobel said he welcomes the pressure and nerves, believing they sharpen his focus, and acknowledged that Dortmund needs to win trophies despite being in improved financial health.
28 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Fifteen teams have already qualified for the Champions League knockout rounds, with seventeen more competing for remaining places in the final round of the league phase. Arsenal and Bayern Munich are assured of top-eight finishes, while PSG, Real Madrid, Liverpool and Tottenham are among the clubs battling to secure direct passage to the last 16 this week.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →