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Vincent Kompany to miss ‘weeks, not days’ with virus treatment, say Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich expect their head coach, Vincent Kompany, to miss an extended period as he continues his hospital treatment for a virus after collapsing on the training pitch on Friday. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, Bayern’s sporting director…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 9:40 AM
Vincent Kompany to miss ‘weeks, not days’ with virus treatment, say Bayern Munich
Key Things to Know
  • Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany is hospitalized and expected to miss weeks due to a virus.
  • Kompany collapsed during training on Friday and remains in stable condition as examinations continue.
  • Assistant coach Aaron Danks will manage Bayern Munich against Freiburg on Sunday.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany is expected to miss weeks rather than days after being hospitalized with a virus following his collapse in training on Friday. Sporting director Max Eberl confirmed that the 40-year-old manager remains in stable condition while medical examinations continue to determine the exact nature of his illness.

Assistant coach Aaron Danks will take charge of Bayern Munich for Sunday's Bundesliga clash against Freiburg. In addition to Kompany's absence, midfielder Joshua Kimmich will miss Sunday's fixture due to bereavement leave as Bayern aim to maintain their position atop the Bundesliga standings.

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