Kompany backs Urbig as Bayern goalkeeper debate continues
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany says the club still feels confident in goalkeeper Jonas Urbig, despite former German players voicing doubts about him.
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What happened
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany left his choice of goalkeeper open ahead of the Bundesliga match against RB Leipzig, amid doubts about the fitness of captain Manuel Neuer.
Why it matters
Neuer's fitness doubts leave Bayern's goalkeeping position unsettled before a key Bundesliga clash with Leipzig.
Timeline
- Oct 16, 3:47 PM ET: Kompany said he had not yet settled on his goalkeeper for the Saturday match against Leipzig.
- Oct 17, 1:30 AM ET: Kompany defended Jonas Urbig after German legends voiced doubts about him, saying Bayern still felt good about the goalkeeping position.
Coverage
- Bayern 6-1 RB Leipzig (18 Oct, 2026) Game Analysis (espn.com.au)
- Vincent Kompany defends Jonas Urbig after German legends express doubts (zippy)
- Kompany makes his decision on Neuer ahead of Leipzig clash (goal.com)
- RB Leipzig boss headed ‘home’ looking for a win (CSmith1919)
- Bayern Face Major Injury Concern As Leipzig Captain Sends Warning Ahead Of Bundesliga Clash (Saad)
- Bayern Munich looking to improve performance vs. RB Leipzig (CSmith1919)
- Kompany confirms Neuer doubt as Bayern prepare for Leipzig test (101greatgoals.com)
- Bayern Munich stars Manuel Neuer, Aleksandar Pavlović not 100% certain to face RB Leipzig…yet (CSmith1919)
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