Union outcoached? Matthäus questions Kompany’s decision | OneFootball

After FC Bayern's 2-2 draw at Union Berlin, a discussion has erupted over coach Vincent Kompany's personnel decisions. Lothar Matthäus questions whether the Belgian rotated too little after the exhausting Champions League appearance in Paris.

"I knew it would be a tough game. I was surprised that there was only one change in the starting lineup after that intense game in Paris – and you could see that in the game," Matthäus explained after the final whistle.

Kompany had only brought Leon Goretzka into the starting lineup for Aleksandar Pavlovic compared to the 2-1 victory against Paris Saint-Germain.

Kompany counters: "These are guys who are used to it"

In response to the criticism from the record national player, Kompany replied with clear words on DAZN: "Compared to the last Bundesliga game, I made seven changes. Harry Kane didn't play against Leverkusen. Lucho Díaz only played 45 minutes in Paris, Michael Olise also didn't start against Leverkusen."

The Bayern coach emphasized that his team is physically and mentally prepared for the multiple demands: "These are guys who are used to playing three times a week."

At the same time, Kompany admitted that his team struggled to get into the game in Berlin: "In the first half, we didn't mentally hit the right button. After 30 minutes, that changed. Otherwise, we wouldn't have come back into the game."

Substitute Bischof provides fresh impetus

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One of the late players ultimately made the difference: Tom Bischof, substituted in the second half, provided a precise cross to Harry Kane for the last-minute equalizer (90.+3).

Kompany expressly praised the youngster:

"He enlivened the game. His cross was perfect, exactly what we needed at that moment."

Despite missing the record of ten consecutive Bundesliga wins, FC Bayern remains unbeaten after the draw and continues to lead the table confidently – also thanks to the moral strength that Kompany and his team once again demonstrated in Berlin.

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