Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has admitted that his side will begin the 2025-26 Bundesliga season with minimal preparation, due to their involvement in the expanded FIFA Club World Cup this summer.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of Bayern’s next Club World Cup match, Kompany said:“For the next season, we will have almost no preparation.
”The tournament, hosted in the United States, runs until July 13, leaving little time for rest or traditional pre-season training.
Despite that, Kompany acknowledged that the extended group time has some benefits — especially for new signings like Jonathan Tah and Tom Bischof.
“We’re building team cohesion… It’s perhaps faster for the integration of new players,” he explained.
Still, the Belgian coach admitted Bayern will be straying far from best practices when it comes to physical preparation:“If you look at the scientific research around pre-season prep, we are throwing the book away and just starting the new season with all the pressure to win.
”Kompany compared the environment to that of international tournaments, such as the World Cup or European Championships, noting that unlike national teams, club sides can work on advanced tactics, not just fundamentals.“It’s got its advantages… We’re working on details.”
Bayern have already advanced to the next stage of the Club World Cup after thrashing Auckland City 10-0 and beating Boca Juniors 2-1.
They face Benfica in Charlotte on Tuesday, looking to seal top spot in Group C. While the Club World Cup offers billion in total prize money, Kompany remains cautious about its cost to domestic league preparation.
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