Kompany tells Bayern to relish potential Man City meeting

Vincent Kompany is urging Bayern Munich to be ready for "big games" in the Champions League, as they could face his former club Manchester City in the knockout round.

Both teams had expected to finish in the top eight but now risk meeting in the play-offs after underwhelming league-phase campaigns. Bayern secured seeding for the draw with a 3-1 win over Slovan Bratislava, but they will face either City or Celtic in the next round.

Kompany stressed the importance of building energy and shifting their mindset for these crucial fixtures. Despite the win, Bayern’s failure to finish in the top eight left Kompany frustrated. He acknowledged they now have to focus on preparing for the upcoming knock-out games.