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

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 possibility of facing Manchester City should not overly concern Bayern Munich, according to coach Vincent Kompany.

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.

Bayern are 15th in the standings after seven matches, one point below eighth-placed Bayer Leverkusen, and are guaranteed a place in the last 16 as they prepare to face a Bratislava side who have lost

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.

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.”