Revealed: These principles matter most to Kompany at Bayern | OneFootball

Vincent Kompany has established a clearly recognizable system at FC Bayern in a very short time – with principles based on precision, discipline, and team spirit.

As Sport BILD reports, there are several key terms in his playing philosophy that the Munich professionals now know by heart. One stands out in particular: “Angles and support.”

This principle describes the foundation of build-up play under Kompany. As soon as goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has the ball at his feet, it’s all about the right positioning and playability of his teammates. The defenders are to position themselves so that they are playable at optimal angles – flat, controlled, and always with a solution going forward. At the same time, Kompany demands active support from all outfield players: getting free, offering themselves, opening up spaces. Full-backs are to demand chip balls, strikers to anticipate long passes. Every movement has its purpose, every run follows a clear rule.

Another central term Kompany regularly uses is “Switch of play” – the targeted change of sides. Especially against deep-lying opponents, the Bayern coach places great value on creating space and finding gaps through shifting play. These switches are usually initiated from the position of the holding or central midfielder. Harry Kane, in particular, has perfected this variant and repeatedly creates goal threats with precise diagonal balls.

Kompany places trust in his Bayern stars

Kompany’s principles go far beyond tactics. The Belgian demands discipline, punctuality, and absolute commitment to the team. At the same time, with his calm demeanor, he creates an atmosphere of trust – a decisive factor in the current success.

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The players feel this support. Even when the desired transfers of Florian Wirtz and Nick Woltemade fell through in the summer, Kompany made no public criticism. Instead, he strengthened and trusted the existing professionals. This trust paid off: players like Serge Gnabry, Leon Goretzka, or Konrad Laimer regained their former strength under Kompany.

After the best start to a season in the club’s history – ten wins in ten competitive matches and a goal difference of 25:3 – FC Bayern is considered the team of the moment. Kompany’s style impresses not only with tactical clarity but also with human leadership. He demands total commitment to his playing philosophy, but without pressure or loudness – instead, with conviction and composure.

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