Bayern Munich beat Slovan Bratislava 3-1 in Matchday 8 of the Champions League yesterday, securing a place in the playoffs. The German side finished 12th in the

Whoever they face, Vincent Kompany wants momentum to ensure progression to the next round. “We had a lot of attacking players on the pitch & had a big chance to go 4-0. We didn’t take our chances”, the Belgian coach said (as captured by Twitter account @iMiaSanMia).

Bayern at least ensured they will be seeded in Friday's draw after beating Slovan Bratislava 3-1 on Wednesday, but their reward will be either City or Celtic

The thought of Vincent Kompany managing Burnley seemed nothing more than a distant memory when the Clarets were relegated from the top-flight in 2022, but that didn't deter the Belgian from taking the vacant post.

Speaking ahead of tomorrow’s game, Vincent Kompany said (ht: iMiaSanMia): “We’ve got final training later and then we’ll know more. Phonzy is injured, Konrad Laimer is suspended. João Palhinha and Sacha Boey could come in to the equation and we need to see how the others react.”

Vincent Kompany's side had already confirmed at least a play-off spot prior to the game, but other results did not go their way, meaning they finished in 12th

Bayern Munich are guaranteed a place in the playoffs for the Champions League's last 16 regardless of Wednesday's result against Slovan Bratislava, but coach Vincent Kompany is still hopeful his side can somehow navigate a top-eight finish.

João Palhinha and Sacha Boey could return to the Bayern Munich squad for their Bundesliga game against Freiburg on Saturday afternoon, but they will be without Alphonso Davies.Konrad Laimer is also

Bayern Munich enter Wednesday's Champions League Matchday 8 knowing that they will at least be in the playoffs, but a victory and some help could lock up a spot in the top-eight for the Bavarians. All 36 teams will be in action as 18 games will take place simultaneously at 3 p.

Bayern Munich narrowly missed out on a top 8 finish in the Champions League, despite beating Slovan Bratislava 3-1 at home. The losses the Bavarians suffered throughout their European campaign proved to be costly as scoring goals continue to be an issue for the team,