"I don't want to name names. But we've had coaches where you had to use a fire extinguisher every week after the press conference."
"Since he (Kompany) arrived, the journalists in Munich have to work again. He gives them nothing but football."
Uli Hoeneß implied that some former Bayern coaches regularly produced press-conference drama, saying a fire extinguisher was needed every week after conferences. Thomas Tuchel and Julian Nagelsmann are plausible targets because both are recent high-profile Bayern coaches and now coach national teams. Withholding names could reflect caution about criticizing coaches who lead countries that include Bayern players. Hoeneß often uses indirect remarks that provoke debate without naming individuals. Hoeneß praised Vincent Kompany, saying journalists in Munich can now focus on football. Under Kompany, the club's 'FC Hollywood' reputation has cooled, although occasional drama remains part of the club.
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