Bayern Munich weigh Kompany and Neuer fitness before Arsenal clash
Bayern Munich face concern over Vincent Kompany's availability, while captain Manuel Neuer will undergo a fitness test before the Arsenal match.
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What happened
Bayern Munich fear they may be without defender Vincent Kompany for their Champions League game against Arsenal. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, the club's captain, is set to undergo a fitness test to determine whether he will start the match.
Why it matters
Losing Kompany would leave Bayern at a major disadvantage against Arsenal, according to one report. Neuer's return could give the club its captain back for the fixture.
Timeline
- Oct 19, 11:30 AM ET: Bayern Munich were reported to fear Vincent Kompany will miss the Arsenal game.
- Oct 20, 6:45 AM ET: Manuel Neuer was set to undergo a fitness test to determine whether he would start against Arsenal.
Coverage
- Bayern Munich vs Arsenal Prediction: UEFA Champions League Preview (theanalyst.com)
- Bayern Munich star Manuel Neuer to undergo fitness test to determine if he’ll start vs. Arsenal (CSmith1919)
- Champions League preview: What will the Arsenal vs. Bayern matchup tell us? (Yahoo Sports)
- Bayern Munich fear Vincent Kompany will miss the Arsenal game (Ineednoname)
- Fortress Allianz Arena & Kane in top form: Bayern’s trump cards against Arsenal (FC Bayern München AG)
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