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Vincent Kompany backs Jonas Urbig as future Germany goalkeeper

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:33 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Vincent Kompany backs Jonas Urbig as future Germany goalkeeper

Summary

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany expressed confidence in goalkeeper Jonas Urbig, predicting he will become the first choice for the German national team. Urbig, 23, was named to the squad for upcoming Nations League matches, having trained with the national team during this summer's World Cup. His emergence is seen as a transition point as Bayern prepares for the eventual retirement of Manuel Neuer. Ahead of a Bundesliga match against Union Berlin, Kompany also discussed the team's current performance and the potential for his players to prove a point following the World Cup. Bayern is looking to shake off a recent draw and solidify their standing as they improve under Kompany's leadership.

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By the Numbers

•Jonas Urbig named to Germany squad for Nations League matches
•Kompany believes Urbig will be Germany's number one eventually
•Urbig has played in 23 Bundesliga matches and last season's cup final
•Bayern holds an unbeaten record against Union Berlin
•Kompany discusses recent performance and player motivation

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10:33 AMYahoo Sports — Urbig is a future number one Germany keeper, Bayern coach Kompany says

What they're saying

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Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany is convinced that his goalkeeper Jonas Urbig will be first choice in the German national team at some stage. Urbig, 23, was on Thursday nominated into the Germany squad for upcoming Nations League matches.
— Yahoo Sports

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