Bayern Munich Manager Reflects on Unexpected Loss

Bayern Munich’s head coach, Vincent Kompany, addressed the media following a surprising 2-1 loss to FC Augsburg, a defeat that concluded Bayern’s unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga. Although the outcome was unexpected, Kompany highlighted that the team’s performance was commendable, even if it did not yield the result they sought.

Reaction to the Defeat

“This outcome serves as a reminder that the Bundesliga is challenging, and every match poses its risks,” Kompany remarked. “We displayed solidity in the first half, but lacked creativity. Given that we’ve played five matches in 13 days, it seemed feasible we could secure a result without a standout performance. My disappointment lies more with the scoreline than our display. We were well-positioned and lost control. Our second half was not energetic enough compared to prior games. Congratulations to Augsburg for their performance; it’s a facet of football. Now it’s crucial that we respond.”**

Reflections on the Invincible Season

The defeat also dashed Bayern’s aspirations for an “invincible” season, yet Kompany downplayed the importance of this record. “Not really. If we remain unbeaten for the next ten months, that would suit me just fine. I have many ambitions for this club and my coaching career, but this milestone would actually be for the players. My focus is on supporting them. I don’t wish to sound overly philosophical, but those are my genuine thoughts. I can accept forgoing an invincible season as long as we continue winning titles and achieving success.”

Addressing Injury Concerns

Kompany also discussed Bayern’s injury woes, which have kept several pivotal players sidelined during a busy schedule. “When faced with seven matches over 20 days, any player missing a week could end up absent for three games. Once they return, they need time to regain full fitness. This isn’t an excuse; I wish for everyone to be healthy, but luckily there aren’t any long-term injuries. We should not search for excuses. Instead, we must strive as we always have and secure results regardless of the circumstances.”

Moving Forward

Despite the setback, Kompany’s tone remained pragmatic and focused. Bayern must regroup swiftly as the Bundesliga title chase intensifies, drawing lessons from Augsburg’s tenacity and strategizing for upcoming challenges.