"After two matches it is clear - Union Berlin is a problem for Bayern Munich. In the DFB-Pokal round of 16, the Bavarians scuffled their way to a 3-2 victory that was powered by two own goals from the Iron Ones. It was a battle from start to finish, but Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany can appreciate that type of effort from his squad."
"I thought we did many things right in the first half. The second half was a fight, we defended their set pieces well and were unlucky with the penalty. For me that was not a penalty on Harry Kane. His arm and the opponent's arm were in the same position. When you go for the ball with momentum there shouldn't be a penalty. I'm a former defender and am familiar with such situations."
After two matches, Union Berlin presents a clear problem for Bayern Munich. Bayern advanced in the DFB-Pokal round of 16 with a 3-2 win that included two Union own goals. The match was a continuous battle from kickoff to the final whistle, with heavy defensive work and contested moments. Vincent Kompany praised first-half play, described the second half as a fight, and disputed the penalty decision involving Harry Kane, citing similar arm positions and momentum. Kompany emphasized experience as a former defender, expressed hope to return to Berlin for the final, and accepted that winning can be unglamorous.
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