Kwasniok raves about 'Bear' Kompany: 'Would love to be him' - Kwasniok Praises Kompany Ahead of Köln vs Bayern Cup Clash
Wednesday's DFB Cup second-round match between 1. FC Köln and FC Bayern Munich promises to be a tough encounter. Köln's coach Lukas Kwasniok has praised Bayern's head coach Vincent Kompany, describing him as a 'bear with a soft heart' and crediting him for reigniting Bayern's dominance this season.
Kwasniok, who will face Kompany's Bayern at 8:45 p.m. CET, live on ARD and Sky, met the Belgian coach at a coaching seminar. He found Kompany incredibly likeable and open, despite his formidable reputation on the pitch. Kwasniok admires Kompany's leadership style, which has made facing Bayern 'practically impossible' this season.
Bayern, under Kompany's guidance, has won every competitive match so far. The 38-year-old, born in 1985, took over as Bayern's coach in the 2024/25 season. He previously managed Burnley in England and led Bayern to the German championship in his first season. His contract has recently been extended until 2029, reflecting the club's confidence in his abilities.
Wednesday's cup match will be a test for Köln, with Kompany's Bayern in formidable form. Kwasniok's admiration for Kompany is a testament to the Belgian's impact on German football. The match kicks off at 8:45 p.m. CET, live on ARD and Sky.
