Overview
- Kompany called the statement a communication mistake and said he chose not to speak to Karl after the player apologized.
- Karl phoned sporting leaders Christoph Freund and Max Eberl to apologize, with Bayern officials indicating the matter is closed.
- Teammates jokingly teased Karl, but Kompany said the youngster trained intensely and performed well throughout the week.
- In his first outing since the remarks, Karl scored twice in a 5–0 friendly win over Red Bull Salzburg.
- The academy graduate has six goals in 22 appearances, is under contract through 2028, and has already become Bayern’s youngest Champions League scorer.