"We humans are evolutionarily programmed to conserve energy - and if a coach doesn't radically demand this effort, then there will inevitably be moments when someone eases up. Vinny, however, doesn't allow much room for physical underperformance or carelessness. Simply put: Everyone has to be involved, 100%, every single second. He makes sure everyone is involved, because otherwise they won't get involved. Or won't be allowed to get involved anymore."
"Despite the game ending 3-3, Müller felt it was a pivotal moment: In the first 20 minutes, everyone on the pitch had the feeling: 'Wow, something special is happening here'. - We were so good and so sharp, the others couldn't even breathe. We did concede a few goals, but we also felt how well this intense style of play and high defensive line can work when everyone's on board."
Bayern Munich closed the Hinrunde with only one loss under head coach Vincent Kompany through disciplined management and a demanding tactical identity. Kompany implements man-to-man pressing, a high defensive line, and an intense style that leaves little room for compromise on basic football criteria. Players are required to be physically committed and involved 100% of the time, with the coach enforcing non-negotiable principles. A standout example came in the 3-3 match in Frankfurt, where the opening 20 minutes demonstrated how overwhelming the approach can be when every player executes it. The team expects continued intensity into the Rückrunde.
Read at Bavarian Football Works
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