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Vincent Kompany's Risky Move Pays Off Against PSG

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Adam Moha

30 Apr 2026 1 Min

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Vincent Kompany's gamble with Alphonso Davies at left-back pays off against PSG.

Vincent Kompany's Risky Move Pays Off Against PSG
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Vincent Kompany's Risky Move Pays Off Against PSG

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 did not come back to haunt the coach.

The Lineup Revelation

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.

  • Vincent Kompany chose Alphonso Davies over Konrad Laimer at left-back.
  • The match was a Champions League semi-final.
  • The game took place at the Parc des Princes.
Confirmed: Koan Konny!

The Outcome

The decision did not have a harsh impact on Vincent Kompany as it could have, avoiding a potentially severe verdict.

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