Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has closely observed the progress of Paris Saint-Germain in recent months, notably during the final of the Champions League at the Allianz Arena. He recognizes the challenge of the PSG, the current Champions League winner, and expects a high level of play on their part. Kompany points out that the previous results of the PSG did not always reflect the dominance of the team, which has a young but talented staff. He is impressed by the transformation of the PSG over the last six months and notes his team’s fitness and motivation for this quarter-final of the World Cup Clubs.

The PSG tackles this game with positive dynamics, a complete team and a strong group spirit. Bradley Barcola’s absence was offset by the return of Ousmane Dembélé, who is ready to help the team. The team’s ambition is palpable, with players like Dembélé targeting the Ballon d’Or, a goal supported by President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi. Unity and the absence of ego within the Paris locker room are also major assets, with a collective that favours the general interest over individual ambitions.

The PSG respects Bayern Munich, a reference team with great players, but is determined to take revenge on the 2020 elimination. The team is more mature, stronger and more determined than ever. This quarter final is seen as an important test, but also as an opportunity to confirm the dominance of the PSG on the international stage and to recall that it is currently the team to beat. The motivation is strong because the team won everything last season and wants to continue its progress.