Vincent Kompany looks to keep the focus on FC Heidenheim with UCL second leg against PSG looming

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Vincent Kompany emphasizes the need for Bayern Munich to focus on their upcoming match against FC Heidenheim, despite the looming UEFA Champions League second leg against PSG. Bayern's recent loss to PSG puts pressure on them to perform in both competitions.

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Vincent Kompany is focused on the Heidenheim match.
Bayern Munich lost 5-4 to PSG in the Champions League semifinal first leg.
Kompany emphasizes not gifting points to teams in relegation battles.
Bayern has already secured the Bundesliga title.

Bayern MunichParis Saint-GermainFC HeidenheimFSV Mainz

PARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 28: Vincent Kompany, Head Coach of FC Bayern Munich, speaks to the media in a post match press conference following the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Semi Final First Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern München at Parc des Princes on April 28, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images) | UEFA via Getty Images Bayern Munich’s 5-4 loss to Paris Saint Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal clash was just the third loss in all competitions for the Bavarians this season, and yet it could be a devastating blow that helps prevent Bayern from reaching the final of Europe’s biggest competition. Whether this loss will prove so significant will be decided on the coming Wednesday, with the whole footballing world holding their breath in anticipation. But first, Bayern need to play against the Bundesliga’s last place team in FC Heidenheim, having already sealed the domestic title with a few games to spare. It is only human to be more interested in the all important PSG clash than the one in a league that has already been sealed, but head coach Vincent Kompany and the team are not paid to disregard any football matches. Furthermore, there has always been a close eye on Bayern in case they take part in the act of *Wettbewerbsverzerrung* (distortion of the competition) in the Bundesliga by not trying hard enough in the latter games of the season and gifting points where they normally would not. Most of Germany were crowing that this was the case when Bayern were down 3-0 at half-time last weekend against , only to eat crow when the Bavarians roared back to win the match 4-3. It is this potential distortion that was addressed in the press conference ahead of the Heidenheim match. When asked how Bayern could influence the relegation battle Heidenheim is very much partaking in, Kompany highlighted that the team still wants to win: “This was a topic last year too. It’s also a good thing because it means we’ve done our job, but we don’t want to give anyone any gifts,” Kompany emphasized, as captured by . “We showed that in the last game against Mainz. We showed with our mentality that we’re doing everything to be ready. The game against PSG was obviously very intense and the anticipation for the second leg is very high in all of Munich. My job is to keep the focus on Heidenheim, which I’m trying to do every day.” That focus on the next was evident in the (second half of the) match against Mainz and Kompany will look for the same against the league’s bottom team.

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What did Vincent Kompany say about Bayern Munich's match against Heidenheim?

Vincent Kompany stated that Bayern Munich is focused on winning against Heidenheim and does not want to give any gifts in the relegation battle.

How did Bayern Munich perform in their first leg against PSG?

Bayern Munich lost 5-4 to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal.

What are the implications of Bayern's loss to PSG for their Champions League chances?

The loss could significantly impact Bayern's chances of reaching the Champions League final, making the upcoming second leg crucial.

What concerns exist regarding Bayern Munich's performance in the Bundesliga?

There are concerns about potential 'Wettbewerbsverzerrung' or distortion of competition, as Bayern has already secured the domestic title.

Vincent Kompany looks to keep the focus on FC Heidenheim with UCL second leg against PSG looming

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