Vincent Kompany has come to the defense of Manuel Neuer following the goalkeeper’s mistakes in Bayern Munich's recent match against FC Augsburg. Neuer conceded what is now the fastest goal in Bundesliga history just nine seconds into the game, resulting from a heavy touch and a sloppy clearance.
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Augsburg capitalized on Neuer's second error in the second half, when he fumbled a low shot from Calvin Brackelmann, allowing Rodrigo Ribeiro to score. Kompany acknowledged the unusual performance, stating, "I was actually looking at the other side of the pitch when it happened. I know how it is to be a player; it happens. If it were a 20-year-old goalkeeper, then as a coach you have work to do with him. But Manu is as old as me; he knows how to deal with the situation."
Kompany emphasized team support, saying, "We always stand together as a team. The game is now over and we can’t change it. Only the next game counts now."
These errors come as Neuer faces competition from 21-year-old goalkeeper Urbig, who has been performing well for the German national team and has sparked discussions about potentially stepping into a starting role at Bayern. For now, Kompany remains steadfast in his backing of Neuer.