What a week! Kane crowned, Kompany hospitalised — now Bayern face Dortmund

Munich, October 30 - Bayern Munich face their fierce rivals Borussia Dortmund in a crucial Bundesliga match following a week filled with drama. Coach Vincent Kompany was hospitalized due to meningeal irritation, while Harry Kane claimed the prestigious Ballon d'Or award. Bayern's midfield star Joshua Kimmich has been out of action for three games due to his father's sudden death.

Several key Bayern players have been sidelined with injuries, including Luis Diaz, Manuel Neuer, Jamal Musiala, and Aleksander Pavlovic. Despite these challenges, Bayern remains unbeaten in seven matches, sitting level with Dortmund on points but leading on goal difference. Dortmund coach Niko Kovac acknowledged his team's progress but emphasized the gap between the two teams.

Assistant manager Aaron Danks urged the team to balance their emotions, acknowledging both the highs and lows experienced over the past week. Meanwhile, Harry Kane, the first English recipient of the Ballon d'Or since 2001, described the past few days as "crazy," but also expressed pride in his achievement.