It would be unrealistic to expect Bayern to rout these opponents. But there is pressure to demonstrate inability to take chances and win tighter games is not deep-rooted.

Vincent Kompany may not have been Bayern Munich’s first choice to fill the manager position, but it is clear that the Belgian is leader and knows what he is doing. Speaking about what inspires his leadership skills,

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany on Friday laughed off suggestions Saturday's match with Bayer Leverkusen was a personal showdown with visiting opposite number Xabi Alonso.Leverkusen head to Munich in second place,