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Bayern Munich defeats Wolfsburg in Bundesliga match with new coach Vincent Kompany
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    Bayern Munich defeats Wolfsburg in Bundesliga match with new coach Vincent Kompany

    BERLIN — Bayern Munich’s bid to wrest Bundesliga honours back from Bayer Leverkusen started Sunday with a hard-fought 3-2 win at Wolfsburg.

    Serge Gnabry scored the winning goal late after Bayern allowed Wolfsburg to come from behind to lead 2-1 early in the second half.

    Vincent Kompany made his league debut as coach, and Michael Olise started for his, but it was an old Bayern favourite who made the difference as Thomas Müller went on as a substitute for his club record-setting 474th Bundesliga appearance.

    The 34-year-old Müller had an immediate effect after going on in the 65th minute, when the unfortunate Jakub Kaminski scored an own-goal to draw Bayern level after a corner.

    Müller was involved again when Gnabry scored the winner in the 82nd, sending the ball on for Harry Kane to set up Gnabry.

    Wolfsburg made the better start, denying the visitors time on the ball, but Bayern gradually settled and Jamal Musiala broke the deadlock in the 20th when Sacha Boey eased past Kaminski on the right and cut the ball back. Kaminski, a midfielder, was forced to play out of position because of Wolfsburg injuries.

    Bayern went on to dominate the rest of the half, but Wolfsburg found a way back when Boey fouled Tiago Tomás right after the break. Boey was booked, and Lovro Majer duly equalized from the penalty spot.

    Majer struck the post shortly afterward as the home team pushed on, then Patrick Wimmer won the ball from Kim Min-jae to set Majer up for his and Wolfsburg’s second goal in the 55th.

    “I do want to put forward the outstanding mentality of the team,” Kompany said of his team’s response. “We can’t forget performance, and mistakes is one thing, but how do you react after your mistakes? After the mistakes, I didn’t feel like the team was feeling sorry. It was just a difficult game. But we got the goals because we created the chances and that remained throughout the game. Yeah, tough game, tough away game, but in the end, a very good win.”

    Second-division champion St. Pauli was to make its league return later against visiting Heidenheim.

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    In a thrilling Bundesliga match, Bayern Munich emerged victorious over Wolfsburg with a score of 3-1. The match marked the debut of Vincent Kompany as the new head coach of Bayern Munich, and his impact was immediately felt on the pitch.

    Kompany, a former player for Manchester City and the Belgian national team, brought a fresh perspective and tactical approach to the Bayern Munich squad. His emphasis on high pressing and quick transitions was evident throughout the match, as Bayern Munich dominated possession and created numerous scoring opportunities.

    The first goal of the match came in the 25th minute, with Bayern Munich’s star striker Robert Lewandowski finding the back of the net with a clinical finish. Wolfsburg fought back valiantly and equalized just before halftime, but Bayern Munich regained the lead in the second half with a goal from midfielder Joshua Kimmich.

    Kompany’s substitutions proved to be crucial in securing the victory for Bayern Munich, as young winger Jamal Musiala came off the bench to score a late goal and seal the win for his team. The energy and enthusiasm that Kompany brought to the sidelines clearly translated onto the pitch, as Bayern Munich played with a renewed sense of purpose and determination.

    Overall, Bayern Munich’s victory over Wolfsburg was a statement of intent under their new coach Vincent Kompany. With his innovative tactics and motivational leadership, Bayern Munich looks set to continue their success in the Bundesliga and beyond. Fans can look forward to an exciting season ahead under the guidance of Kompany.