He took a risk against PSG! Vincent Kompany avoids a harsh verdict at Bayern Munich

Kompany's Surprising Lineup Decision

Manager Vincent Kompany surprisingly opted for Alphonso Davies at left-back against Paris Saint-Germain instead of Konrad Laimer. Although the full-back did concede a penalty, the move ultimately paid off.

The Unexpected Change

Around an hour before this Champions League semi-final between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern, a distinct whiff of Pep Guardiola suddenly swept through the Parc des Princes. The line-ups had just been posted, and Konrad Laimer was missing from the Bayern squad; instead, Alphonso Davies was included.

• Konrad Laimer was benched for the match.
• Alphonso Davies started at left-back.
• The match was a Champions League semi-final.

Confirmed: Koan Konny!

The Outcome

The decision to start Alphonso Davies at left-back proved to be a successful gamble for Vincent Kompany and Bayern Munich.