Kompany taken to hospital after collapsing at training

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany, 40, was taken to the hospital after collapsing while watching his club's second team train on Friday. Kompany, who had been unwell with a virus, had missed the pre-match news conference on Tuesday before Bayern's Champions League match against Arsenal. He later returned to the touchline during the game on Wednesday.

According to a Bayern statement, Kompany sought medical treatment on Friday and will undergo thorough examination in the hospital. For now, his coaching staff will handle training and match operations. Bayern's next game is against Freiburg in the German top flight on Sunday. Kompany's health is the club's top priority, and the sporting director, Max Eberl, assured that he will receive all necessary medical care and support.

Bayern's assistant, Aaron Danks, took over the pre-match news conference for the Arsenal game. Kompany, known for his strong leadership and success at both Bayern and Manchester City, spent 11 years at Manchester City, winning multiple titles. Teammates and former clubs have wished him a speedy recovery.