Harry Kane has detailed how his first discussion with Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany set the tone for their successful partnership. The England captain revealed that upon Kompany's appointment in 2025, the Belgian coach immediately outlined a demanding philosophy. "He told me that we would be merciless with all our opponents," Kane stated, describing the mindset instilled from the outset.
Harry Kane has detailed how his first discussion with Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany set the tone for their successful partnership. The England captain revealed that upon Kompany's appointment in 2025, the Belgian coach immediately outlined a demanding philosophy. "He told me that we would be merciless with all our opponents," Kane stated, describing the mindset instilled from the outset.
This approach proved pivotal for Kane, who finally won his first major domestic trophy—the Bundesliga title—under Kompany's guidance. The striker emphasized that the coach's mentality of relentlessly pursuing goals, whether leading by one or three, is deeply embedded in the team's training and matchday approach.
Kane's performance has embodied this ruthless ethos. After scoring 44 goals in his debut Bayern season, he added 41 more in the title-winning campaign and has 32 already this term. His prolific output broke records, including becoming the fastest player to reach 100 club goals across Europe's top five leagues, surpassing figures like Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland.
Kompany praised Kane's remarkable consistency and leadership, noting his comfort in Munich and his unwavering work ethic for the team. The striker's former Tottenham teammate, Fraizer Campbell, placed him among the all-time greats, comparing him favorably to Robert Lewandowski and crediting his dedication for his rise from a Championship substitute to a world-class forward.
Bayern's implementation of this philosophy is reflected in their results. The team remains unbeaten in the Bundesliga and has opened an 11-point lead at the summit after 18 matches. Their attack has been particularly devastating, netting 25 times in their last five games across all competitions, including a five-goal performance against RB Leipzig.
Kane expressed no concern about potentially securing the domestic title early, believing the team's ingrained mindset would prevent any drop in intensity. The immediate focus shifts to the Champions League, where Bayern, positioned second in their group, host Union Saint-Gilloise with the aim of sealing automatic qualification for the knockout stage.
