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Bayern assistant Danks updates on Kompany's recovery progress

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 12:16 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Bayern assistant Danks updates on Kompany's recovery progress

Summary

Bayern Munich assistant coach Aaron Danks provided an update on Vincent Kompany's recovery during a press conference on November 6, 2026. Kompany has been sidelined since collapsing during training on October 23 and is recovering from meningeal irritation. Danks expressed optimism about Kompany's condition, stating he is 'very positive' and making progress. Danks has taken on additional responsibilities, guiding the team in four matches during this period. Bayern is set to face Mainz on November 7, 2026.

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•Kompany collapsed during training on October 23.
•He is recovering from meningeal irritation at home.
•Danks has led Bayern for four matches in Kompany's absence.
•Bayern will play Mainz on November 7, 2026.
•Danks is enhancing his leadership skills during this period.

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12:16 PMYahoo Sports — "He seems very positive" – Bayern assistant Danks shares latest on Kompany's recovery

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Bayern Munich assistant coach Aaron Danks provided the latest update on Vincent Kompany's recovery during a press conference on Friday.Kompany has been absent since collapsing on the training pitch on...
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