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Champions League top-eight finish may come down to late goals, says Bayern's Kompany


Published on 2025-01-28 12:05:20 - Reuters
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  • Bayern Munich are guaranteed a place in the playoffs for the Champions League's last 16 regardless of Wednesday's result against Slovan Bratislava, but coach Vincent Kompany is still hopeful his side can somehow navigate a top-eight finish.

In an article published by Reuters on January 28, 2025, Vincent Kompany, the manager of Bayern Munich, discussed the intense competition in the Champions League, suggesting that the outcome of matches could hinge on late goals. He highlighted the high level of competition where even the smallest details could determine which teams advance to the quarter-finals. Bayern Munich, having secured a 1-0 victory over Lazio in their first leg of the round of 16, is preparing for a crucial second leg. Kompany emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and intensity throughout the game, acknowledging that in such a tightly contested tournament, the ability to score in the dying minutes could be decisive.

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