Kompany transforms Bayern: new style delights fans!

Kompany transforms Bayern: new style delights fans!

The first nine competitive games of the 2025/2026 season were promising for FC Bayern Munich. Under the direction of Vincent Kompany, the team shows a pleasing performance that inspires both fans and the media. You can say: There's a lot going on on Säbener Straße. The

The team has clearly developed further after a successful start to the season. The coach, who has made only marginal changes compared to last season, has managed to keep the squad well under control. What is particularly noteworthy is the significantly more intensive rotation in game operations. This season, five or more players are now being changed more frequently, which brings a breath of fresh air into the team.

Tactical efficiency and team spirit

A central point in Kompano's new tactics is an adapted pressing that plays with more variety. Instead of rushing through the league in full throttle mode, the team occasionally pulls back, making it appear more stable defensively than last year. This change ensures that the players don't just act as lone fighters, but also take the team spirit into account. Joshua Kimmich always emphasizes the importance of the collective, and this is clearly visible on the pitch when everyone works together against the ball.

A lot has also changed technically: Kompany relies on a varied game system. With its preferred 1-4-2-2-2 formation in deep play, Bayern manages to undermine the opponents' defenses and generate space for the growing wide players. These adjustments have a noticeable impact on the game: Bayern conceded more shots in the first nine competitive games (88) than in the previous season (46), but conceded fewer goals (8 compared to 10). A balanced approach between offense and defense could be the key to success.

Power despite more pressure

The statistical indicators also support this development. Despite challenging opponents in the first few games, the team is able to defuse the opposition's attacks better than the numbers suggest. The opponents' expected goals value of 7.02 is higher than last year (6.05), but Bayern still managed to minimize the number of goals conceded and reduce the average expected goals value per goal to 0.08, compared to 0.13 last year. Such statistics speak not only of individual achievements, but also of the new, defensive concept that Kompany has introduced.

With 62% ball possession, Bayern are also in a position that allows the team to dominate their opponents, even if this was 70% last year. This development suggests that players are able to improve their ball control and passing accuracy even under pressure. A system that relies on positional play and tactical fluidity allows the team to play to their strengths efficiently while also minimizing the risk of losing the ball.

The challengers in view

Stronger opponents such as Eintracht Frankfurt, Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain await the Munich team in the coming weeks. While the less strong teams were allowed to be tested in the season so far, FC Bayern's true strength will only really be revealed after these games. However, one thing is certain: with Kompany at the helm, FC Bayern is ready to face the challenges. The team not only has the willingness to develop further, but also shows impressive efficiency and a clear game idea that leaves you wanting more.

It will be all the more exciting to see how the team will develop under Kompano's tactical influence over the next few games. Ran and The Football Analyst are already reporting on this change, and fans will be eager to see further progress. The motto remains: keep going and get the best out of the team!