Overview

• Bayern opened the Bundesliga with five wins and a 22:3 goal difference after a 4–0 victory over Werder Bremen on Friday.
• Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says Kompany has formed a true collective and brought back the team spirit that he felt faded under Thomas Tuchel.
• Leon Goretzka praises “outstanding” communication, noting the coach keeps even those not starting involved and appreciated.
• Kompany’s approach emphasizes high pressing and attacking intent, contrasting with Tuchel’s more controlled, defensive setup.
• Younger players are gaining opportunities — Lennart Karl and Tom Bischof featured and Wisdom Mike debuted — as pundits report club bosses are very satisfied despite some criticism of Kompany’s low-key public persona.