Vincent Kompany Hospitalized After Collapsing at Bayern Munich Training

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany was hospitalized after collapsing during a training session on Friday.

The club said in an official statement that Kompany collapsed during the second string session, received medical attention and will "undergoing thorough examinations" in the hospital for the time being.

Max Eberl, director of sport for Bayern Munich, issued a statement in the club's release:

"Vincent Kompany's health is our top priority. We at FC Bayern will do everything we can to ensure he makes a speedy recovery. Vinnie is receiving all the necessary medical care and support, and all the time he needs. His coaching team, in whom we have complete confidence, will take over his duties. All of us at FC Bayern wish Vinnie a speedy recovery."

Other members of the coaching staff will handle Kompany's duties while he is out.

Kompany has been Bayern Munich's head coach since May 2024. He has a 91-19-12 record with the club. Bayern's next match is on Sunday against Freiburg at Europa-Park Stadion.