Will Bayern Munich rise to the top and reclaim what is rightfully theirs: the Bundesliga trophy? Or will they have to look on hopelessly as the mighty Bayer Leverkusen gets set to conquer a second crown? Vincent Kompany believes that even if the squad is not fully fit yet, the key to starting on the front foot is mentality as per @iMiaSanMia:
Kompany on what’s important for him in pre-season: “It’s important to feel right away that a new season is starting and to immediately have the right mentality. Of course it’s still preparation, you’re not fully fit yet, you still have things to learn. But mentally, you have to… pic.twitter.com/uHjOr2TMwq
— Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) July 16, 2024
Kompany mentioned the things that are important to him in pre-season: “It’s important to feel right away that a new season is starting and to immediately have the right mentality. Of course it’s still preparation, you’re not fully fit yet, you still have things to learn. But mentally, you have to be fit from the start. The focus should be on getting back on top. The squad must 100% have this intensity and this focus to be successful again.”
Intensity is not necessarily an element that is often missing in Bavaria. However, after an extremely difficult season under a very critical coach in Thomas Tuchel, perhaps a more positive start is desired (and needed).
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