Bayern's Kompany wary of youthful PSG as another classic looms

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany attends a press conference at Saebener Strasse, ahead of the UEFA Champions League semifinal 2nd leg soccer match against Paris Saint-Germain. Sven Hoppe/dpa

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany is staying calm but knows his side face a mighty challenge in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg at home to Paris Saint-Germain.

The first leg in France, won 5-4 by holders PSG, has been widely hailed as one of the great games in modern times. It followed a equally thrilling quarter-final win for Bayern over record winners Real Madrid.

PSG just kept coming last week, but Bayern hung in there and hope home advantage can make a difference this time.

"They've been the strongest team in Europe over the last couple of years, they've won the Champions League. As well as the quality and the coaching, the age of the team is also on their side, Kompany told a news conference on Tuesday.

"They keep improving, they're constantly learning. They're a team who we respect and who are very difficult to play against. We believe the same of ourselves, though, and that we can beat them."

Kompany was in the stands for the epic first leg due to suspension and will try to make his team talk just before kick-off count for the second instalment.

"For me, inner calm reigns. I try not to let the emotions of the match play a role too early," said the Bayern boss, who has already masterminded retaining the Bundesliga this term and is also in the German Cup final.

"I am already thinking about what my last sentence can be to motivate the team once again."

Defender Jonathan Tah could barely contain himself at the press conference. A special atmosphere is expected inside the Allianz Arena and Bayern will premiere next season's kit.