Bayern Munich Coach Vincent Kompany In Hospital After Collapsing

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has been taken to hospital by an emergency medical team after collapsing during training, the club said.

“Vincent Kompany had to seek medical attention on Friday after collapsing during a training session with FC Bayern’s reserve team,” Bayern said on their website.

“Kompany is undergoing thorough examinations at the hospital and will remain under medical care.”

Kompany, the 40-year-old former Manchester City defender, missed training and a press conference on Tuesday ahead of Bayern’s Champions League draw against Arsenal at the Allianz Arena.

“I caught a pretty nasty virus last week, and of course I didn’t listen to my body — and then at some point my body just said, ‘enough is enough!'” Kompany said after the Arsenal game.

On Friday, Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl said the health of their coach “is our top priority”.

“We at FC Bayern will do everything we can to ensure he recovers quickly. Vinnie is receiving all the necessary medical care and support, as well as all the time he needs. His coaching staff, whom we trust completely, will take over his duties.”

In October 2025, Kompany extended his contract as coach of Bayern Munich by two years until 2029, the Bundesliga champions announced on Tuesday.

Kompany was not Bayern’s first choice when he was appointed in the summer of 2024, but the Belgian reclaimed the German title for the Bavarians in his debut season at the club.

Kompany’s appointment came as a surprise when Bayern paid a £10 million ($13 million) to release him from his contract with Burnley in 2024.

Under Kompany, Burnley won promotion to the Premier League but were relegated after just one season, recording the lowest top-flight points tally in their history.

Before bringing Kompany to the club, Bayern reportedly tried to sign Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, Oliver Glasner and Ralf Rangnick but were knocked back by each candidate.

The Bundesliga leaders visit Freiburg on Saturday.