""I don't think like that. I don't want to see 'Kompany football' - I want to see Bayern Munich," Kompany replied in remarks captured by @iMiaSanMia. "Against PSG, we defended extremely high at first, then deeper later on - and yet we kept our look. But to say: 'That was my football' - that's not how I'd put it. I want a team who are dangerous in every phase."
"Even if we're defending deep in our penalty area, our opponents should be aware that we can score with three passes - like in Frankfurt. And when Manuel Neuer has the ball, we have to get the message across: Bayern can be dangerous at any time, whether after ten passes or just one. Even against deep-lying opponents, we want to show we can find gaps and remain a threat."
Vincent Kompany rejects the idea of a personal playing style and emphasizes Bayern Munich's collective identity. Tactical flexibility is highlighted by defending very high at times and deeper at others while maintaining a consistent team look. The team must be capable of scoring quickly even from deep defensive positions and of creating danger whether through long build-ups or a single pass from Manuel Neuer. Plans for set pieces and throw-ins are integral, with a focus on making every situation a threat. Kompany values the team's attacking feeling and situational effectiveness more than possession or running statistics, and his approach has shown adaptability beyond early perceptions of rigidity.
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