As Bayern Munich prepares for a crucial Champions League face-off against Paris Saint-Germain, manager Vincent Kompany is rallying his team’s spirit following a dramatic Bundesliga draw against Heidenheim.
In a match that saw Bayern on the verge of a 3-2 defeat at the Allianz Arena, an own goal attributed to Michael Olise salvaged a last-gasp draw against the league’s struggling side on Saturday. This result not only prevented a loss but showcased Bayern’s resilience, as they maintained their record of earning 29 points from losing positions this season—a benchmark they share with Bayer Leverkusen from the 1999-00 campaign.
Looking ahead to the daunting task against PSG, Bayern trails 5-4 in the semi-final after the first leg. Kompany emphasized the necessity of carrying their newfound belief into this pivotal encounter.
“It was the mentality, the belief in ourselves,” he remarked post-match. “Of course we could have done a lot better, but we mustn’t forget the lads did everything to avoid a defeat. We need to take that into the next game. Everything else are details we have to improve.” He noted, “Heidenheim fought tooth and nail and defended well. We didn’t play to our potential at the beginning; they made the most of it.”
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Midfielder Leon Goretzka played a pivotal role in the Heidenheim match by scoring two goals, including a stunning free-kick before halftime. This marked Goretzka’s first league brace since January 2025, bringing his total to five Bundesliga goals this season.
Excitement is building as the team gears up for the critical match against PSG, with Goretzka expressing his enthusiasm. “You saw the lads are fired up,” he said. “I’m really excited, it’s going to be a cracker on Wednesday. I’m really fired up for the game; we want to advance to the final. Now it’s about gathering our strength, focusing and giving it everything on Wednesday.”
With both the tactical approach and team spirit on the line, all eyes will be on Bayern as they aim to secure their place in the Champions League final.
