"I watched the game with my kids; they wanted us to watch the simulcast. So, we also saw the goals in the other games. There were a lot of goals. I'm not thinking about the quarterfinals yet. I want to win the home game against Atalanta properly. I'm not thinking about the next round yet; it certainly won't be easy - whether it's against Real Madrid or Manchester City."
"That mentality may be exactly what Bayern Munich needs at this stage of the tournament. The Champions League has a long history of punishing teams that get distracted by potential future opponents. For Bayern Munich, the equation is simple - take care of Atalanta first."
Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany watched Manchester City's Champions League loss to Real Madrid with his children while observing multiple matches. He emphasized that his focus remains on Bayern's upcoming home game against Atalanta, deliberately avoiding speculation about potential quarterfinal opponents. Kompany stated he is not thinking about the next round yet, whether facing Real Madrid or Manchester City. This approach reflects his consistent philosophy throughout the season of staying grounded in the present moment. Despite his previous captaincy at Manchester City, Kompany showed no emotional reaction to City's defeat, instead concentrating entirely on Bayern Munich's path forward. This mentality aligns with Champions League history, where teams that become distracted by future opponents often face consequences.
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