Vincent Kompany collapses on Bayern Munich training pitch as Mikel Arteta fumes over fixture congestion

European football has been left in shock following reports that Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany collapsed on the training pitch. Meanwhile, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has launched a scathing attack on the grueling fixture schedule after his side's latest victory.

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Vincent Kompany collapses as Bayern Munich forced into emergency management change

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany collapses on the training pitch, forcing an emergency managerial change.

Bayern Munich have been rocked after manager Vincent Kompany (40) collapsed on 23 October 2026 due to exhaustion and a severe viral infection. Sporting director Max Eberl confirmed the Belgian's condition is stable but requires several weeks of treatment, forcing assistant Aaron Danks to take immediate temporary charge.

Mikel Arteta fumes at 'brutal' fixture schedule after Everton victory

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta fumes on the touchline over fixture congestion after defeating Everton.

Fresh from a 2-0 victory over Everton, Mikel Arteta launched a furious tirade against the Premier League over a 'brutal' fixture schedule that is exhausting his Arsenal squad. The Gunners were forced into action just 65 hours after their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich. To protect his players, the Spanish tactician made five emergency changes to his starting line-up.

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