Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has warned his team about the strength of Atalanta ahead of their Champions League clash

Vincent Kompany has warned Bayern Munich that they will face a difficult challenge against Atalanta in their upcoming Champions League clash. The Bayern coach stressed that the Italian side are a very strong opponent and should not be underestimated.

Bayern are dealing with several injury concerns ahead of the match. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is ruled out, while Hiroki Ito and Alphonso Davies are also unavailable.

There is also uncertainty surrounding the fitness of star striker Harry Kane. Kompany confirmed that the England captain trained well but said a final decision on whether he will play will only be made on matchday.

Despite Bayern being widely considered favourites, Kompany highlighted the need for caution. He pointed to recent European matches where Atalanta proved their quality, including their strong performances against top clubs in continental competitions.

The Bayern manager explained that Atalanta’s playing style shares some similarities with his own team’s approach. Both sides like to attack through the wings, but Kompany emphasised that Bayern must time their pressing well to deal with the Italian club’s attacking threat.

Kompany also praised Atalanta’s achievements in recent years, including their triumph in the UEFA Europa League. According to him, the club has built a strong identity that allows them to compete with Europe’s biggest teams.

The Belgian coach added that Italian football still maintains a high level of quality despite recent struggles by some clubs in European competitions. He noted that teams from Italy remain tactically strong and well-coached.

Ultimately, Kompany insisted that Bayern respect Atalanta but remain confident in their own ability. While acknowledging the challenge ahead, he stressed that Bayern aim to compete for every trophy and will approach the match determined to secure victory.