Bayern Munich title revival: 3 Ways Vincent Kompany made the difference

Strict focus on playing entertaining and dominant style of football

Bayern often looked devoid of a clear playing style last season as they adapted on a game-to-game basis. Tuchel was looking to get the best results by being pragmatic, but it was not working for the team.

From the moment he arrived in Bavaria, Vincent Kompany set the record straight by prioritizing the implementation of an aggressive style of football. The Belgian wants his team to press rigorously and play a high-line defense. Kompany has a clear idea of football he wants his team to play, and he has successfully implemented it at Bayern.

Die Roten have been playing an attacking style of football, which sees them dominate possession. Bayern have been the better side in every Bundesliga game they have played this season. They give no breathing space to the opposition by keeping the ball and showing a ruthless edge in the final third. In some games, the opposition has got zero shots on target.

Bayern have scored a whopping 33 goals in 10 Bundesliga games this season. They are getting better defensively with every passing week, conceding seven goals in 10 games. Bayern have kept an average of 66% possession this season, the highest in the Bundesliga. The Bavarian club also boasts the best accuracy in completing passes from open play (91%). Kompany’s clarity of playing an entertaining style of football without compromising the determination to win games has helped the players, which is reflected in the team’s results. (Stats courtesy: Bundesliga.com)