Vincent Kompany faced heavy criticism after being appointed Bayern Munich manager, with many claiming the job was ‘too big’ for him, especially after leading Burnley to relegation last season. However, Bayern’s perfect start to the campaign suggests otherwise, as Kompany continues to silence doubters.
The Manchester City legend oversaw a record-breaking 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League, with Harry Kane scoring four goals. Bayern’s nine-goal haul was the most ever scored by a team in a single Champions League match, marking four wins in four games under Kompany’s leadership.
Despite Burnley’s relegation, Bayern saw enough potential in Kompany to appoint him as Thomas Tuchel’s successor, a decision that raised eyebrows among critics who questioned his managerial experience at such a high level. Kompany, however, has embraced the challenge and remains determined to prove his worth.
Addressing his critics after the match, Kompany shared his perspective: “I was born in Brussels, my dad was a refugee from Congo. What were my chances of playing in the Premier League, winning trophies, and playing for the national team? Almost zero. Now, as a coach, should I stop believing in myself because of what others say? The mentality is to keep going. Whether you fail or succeed, you can always improve.”
He added, “I don’t take criticism personally. Should I quit because of what others think? No, let’s encourage people to succeed and break barriers.”
Last season, Bayern failed to win a trophy for the first time in 12 years, losing the Bundesliga title to Bayer Leverkusen. After parting ways with Tuchel, Kompany stepped in to lead the team, and early results suggest Bayern made the right choice. With 20 goals scored in their first four matches under Kompany, the team is showing promise, but tougher challenges lie ahead, including a crucial home game against Leverkusen and a Champions League clash with Aston Villa.
Kompany’s start at Bayern has been impressive, but only time will tell if he can maintain this level of success in the face of bigger challenges.
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