player-image

VincentKompany

Vincent Kompany news

Latest news

FBL-GER-BUNDESLIGA-WOLFSBURG-BAYERN MUNICH

Kompany laughs off Bayern star's tactical criticism

Vincent Kompany was forced to defend his tactical approach after Bayern Munich youngster Tom Bischof offered a critical assessment of the team's performance following their narrow win over Wolfsburg. The Belgian head coach laughed off the suggestions of his teenage star, insisting that the player had made a mistake during his post-match interview.

FBL-EUR-C3-FREIBURG-BRAGA

Kompany hails Freiburg after UEL achievement

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has offered a glowing assessment of Freiburg following their historic progression to the Europa League final. Despite his own side’s recent disappointment in European competition, the Belgian tactician insisted that their rivals represent a blueprint for success in the modern game.

FC Bayern München v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Semi Final Second Leg

Kompany questioned after Bayern European exit

Bayern Munich’s European dreams ended in heartbreak as they were outclassed by Paris Saint-Germain across two legs of their Champions League semi-final. While the Bavarians have enjoyed domestic dominance, the defeat has prompted a scathing review of Vincent Kompany’s tactical approach and player selection on the highest stage.

Kompany

Kompany fumes at 'ridiculous' handball calls

Vincent Kompany unleashed a blistering attack on the officiating after Bayern Munich’s Champions League dreams were ended by Paris Saint-Germain. The Belgian tactician watched his side fall to a 6-5 aggregate defeat at the Allianz Arena, but the post-match talk was dominated by two massive handball calls that went against the Bavarian giants.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga

Kompany's successor? Legend tips nephew for Bayern job

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has dropped a major hint regarding the club's long-term managerial plans by naming a surprising candidate to eventually succeed Vincent Kompany. Despite the Belgian's current success at the Allianz Arena, the club icon believes a familiar face within the family could be the perfect heir to the throne.

Paris Saint-Germain v FC Bayern München - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Semi Final First Leg

Kompany's masterplan? Tah backs Bayern strategy for PSG clash

Bayern Munich are preparing for a season-defining night at the Allianz Arena as they look to secure a place in the Champions League final. Following a chaotic first-leg encounter in Paris, head coach Vincent Kompany is facing questions over whether his expansive style needs a pragmatic adjustment to handle the threat of the reigning European champions.

GFX Vincent Kompany Pep Guardiol

Revealed: Guardiola's role in Bayern hiring Kompany

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has pulled back the curtain on the shock appointment of Vincent Kompany, revealing that a secret phone call with Pep Guardiola sealed the deal. Speaking ahead of Wednesday's crucial Champions League semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain, the club patriarch praised the Belgian manager's flawless character and immense work ethic.

FBL-EUR-C1-PSG-BAYERN

Kompany & Bayern Munich disrupt PSG's hotel plans

Paris Saint-Germain were forced to change hotels ahead of their Champions League semi-final second leg clash with Bayern Munich after Vincent Kompany and the Bundesliga giants refused to vacate their preferred base. The decision disrupted PSG’s travel plans and removed a venue tied to one of their most memorable European triumphs.

FC Bayern München Training Session And Press Conference - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Semi Final First Leg

Kompany: Bayern willing to 'die on the pitch' to reach UCL final

Vincent Kompany has issued a defiant battle cry following Bayern Munich’s breathless 5-4 semi-final first leg defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, insisting his players are willing to "die on the pitch" to reach the Champions League final. Despite trailing after a nine-goal thriller in the French capital, the Belgian coach remains adamant that the tie is far from over as the action heads back to Bavaria.

GFX Vincent Kompany Pep Guardiola

Revealed: Bayern sought Guardiola's advice before hiring Kompany

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has admitted that he turned to Pep Guardiola for validation before appointing Vincent Kompany as the club's head coach. Despite initial scepticism surrounding his arrival from relegated Burnley, the Belgian tactician has silenced his critics by delivering back-to-back Bundesliga titles and Champions League progress at the Allianz Arena.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga

Kane hits 53rd goal as Bayern complete Mainz 'miracle'

Bayern Munich arrived at Mainz in a celebratory mood, having already secured the Bundesliga title and booked their place in the DFB-Pokal final earlier in the week. However, that high spirits quickly evaporated during a disastrous first half where a heavily rotated side fell three goals behind following strikes from Dominik Kohr, Paul Nebel, and Sheraldo Becker. Harry Kane has hailed Bayern Munich’s incredible powers of recovery after they clawed back to beat Mainz 4-3.

Frequently asked questions

Nick Woltemade kommt hauptsächlich als Mittelstürmer zum Einsatz, kann aber – je nach System – auch als hängende Spitze oder offensiver Mittelfeldspieler agieren. 

Er wurde am 14. Februar 2002 in Bremen geboren.

Bei Newcastle United trägt er die Nummer 27. Zuvor hatte er in Stuttgart die Nummer 11 inne, und diese hat er in der Nationalmannschaft behalten.

Er misst 1,98 Meter – und das macht ihn im Offensivzentrum zu einer ungewöhnlich dominanten Präsenz.

Nick Woltemades Gewicht liegt bei rund 90 Kilogramm. 

Offizielle Angaben gibt es nicht, doch sie dürfte im Bereich EU 46+ liegen. 

Nick Woltemade nutzt den rechten Fuß sowohl für Abschlüsse als auch für sein Kombinationsspiel.

Sein erster Klub war TS Woltmershausen, ehe er im Jahr 2010 für ein Jahrzehnt in die Jugend von Werder Bremen.

In Stuttgart lebte er während seiner VfB-Zeit allein in der Nähe des Hauptbahnhofs. Seit seinem Wechsel im August 2025 ist sein Lebensmittelpunkt in der Region Newcastle upon Tyne anzusiedeln.

Nick Woltemade hält diesen Bereich komplett privat.

Natürlich – Deutsch ist seine Muttersprache.

Er hat keine Kinder.

Nick Woltemade hält sein Privatleben streng aus der Öffentlichkeit heraus, es ist weder eine feste Partnerin bestätigt noch ein Beziehungsstatus kommuniziert worden.

Bei Newcastle United verdient er 8 Millionen Euro brutto pro Jahr. 

Er hat – trotz jungen Alters – bereits drei Titel auf Profi-Ebene gewonnen. Zwei davon hat er in der Saison 2022/23 mit dem SV Elversberg geholt, als er sich zum Drittliga-Meister und zum Saarlandpokal gekrönt hat. Im Jahr 2025 ist der DFB-Pokal mit dem VfB Stuttgart dazugekommen.

Dieses Kapitel liegt bei ihm (noch) in der Zukunft.

Ebenfalls kein einziges Mal. 

"Wondermade", "Big Nick" und besonders häufig "Zwei-Meter-Messi".