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Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany might not be back until November 20th

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Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany is expected to be absent until at least the November international break due to his ongoing recovery plan, according to a report from Bavarian Football Works citing Bild. Kompany will miss key matches against Borussia Dortmund, Atlético Madrid, and Mainz 05.

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Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany is expected to be absent until at least the November international break due to his ongoing recovery plan, according to a report from Bavarian Football Works citing Bild. Kompany will miss key matches against Borussia Dortmund, Atlético Madrid, and Mainz 05. The coaching staff, led by assistant coach Aaron Danks, will be in charge during his absence.

Kompany's return is uncertain but could be as early as November 20th when Bayern Munich faces 1. FC Köln. His health is the top priority, and there is no guarantee he will be back by then. The team faces a challenging schedule during his absence, with significant matches against top opponents.

The absence of Kompany poses a challenge for Bayern Munich ahead of crucial fixtures. The team's coaching staff is tasked with maintaining the team's performance without their head coach. The situation is unfortunate, but the focus remains on Kompany's recovery.

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According to Bild (as captured by @iMiaSanMia), Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany will not return to the bench before the November international break as he continues to rest and follow his prescribed medication and recovery plan. The Belgian coach is set to miss three crucial fixtures — Saturday’s Bundesliga Klassiker against Borussia Dortmund, the Champions League clash with Atlético Madrid, and FC Bayern’s trip to Mainz 05. His return is not expected until after the international break at the earliest. Bayern Munich will continue preparing without its head coach on the touchline, with assistant coach Aaron Danks and the rest of the coaching staff tasked with keeping the team on track during his absence.

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