More than just wins: Kompany impresses Bayern bosses and FCB stars | OneFootball

For just over a year now, Vincent Kompany has been on the sidelines at FC Bayern. After a strong start to the 2025/26 season, the record is not only positive in sporting terms: the Belgian impresses the club management and the team above all with his clear yet approachable leadership style.

As SPORT1 reports, the Bayern bosses have great respect for the way Kompany leads his team. He relies on clear instructions and consistent decisions without coming across as authoritarian. In doing so, he creates a balance between authority and trust, supported by his own experience as a player at the highest level.

The 39-year-old also enjoys great respect within the squad. Players like Leon Goretzka or Serge Gnabry, who had at times been pushed into the background, have once again taken on important roles under Kompany. “He deserves huge praise. Especially during those phases last year when things were difficult for some players – myself included,” Goretzka explained. The mood in the team is excellent, not just outwardly but also internally.

Even at the Club World Cup, Kompany placed great value on team unity. “I think this Club World Cup was really good for us as a group. It created an incredible energy. You can feel this togetherness, this enthusiasm,” emphasized sporting director Max Eberl. Even off the pitch, the difference from predecessor Thomas Tuchel is clear: Kompany does without rigid rules, relies on personal responsibility – and in doing so, further wins the trust of his players.

Rotation as Principle – Competition as Motivation

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Kompany also shapes the record champions on the pitch with his clear approach. The coach consistently relies on rotation to distribute the workload evenly. “We now have three games in nine days – resting doesn’t mean we have to leave a player out completely,” he explained before the Champions League away match at Pafos FC. In fact, in recent weeks, he has given almost every player time on the pitch.

For him, it’s not just about regeneration, but also about sustainable competition within the squad. “Now it’s also about showing how good you are when you get your chance – it’s healthy competition. Hopefully, by March and April, when it’s about the titles, we’ll have a bit more clarity,” said Kompany.

The effect of this strategy is clear: players feel valued and included, regardless of their role. “The communication [from the coach] with the players is simply outstanding. He simply shows us appreciation,” praised Goretzka.

With his approach, Kompany has not only won the support of the top management – the dressing room is also fully behind him. At FC Bayern, there is a sense that a special era might just be beginning.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.