Kompany collapses during training, taken to hospital

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany lost consciousness while watching the reserve team's training session. An ambulance helicopter was sent to the club's facilities after the incident. However, it was reported that the Belgian coach was transported by road to a hospital in Munich, accompanied by a doctor.

In a statement from the club, it was said that Kompany underwent a comprehensive examination at the hospital and remains under medical care. The statement also announced that training and match matters will for now be handled by the technical staff. Max Eberl, the board member responsible for sport, said health is the top priority and that Kompany will be given as much time as he needs.

According to the German press, Kompany had been fighting a severe viral infection since last week, which caused intense pain in his legs. It was also reported that the infection triggered an old scar tissue injury in his hip. Despite missing training earlier in the week, Kompany had pushed himself to return to the bench for the Arsenal match. After the game, he admitted that he did not feel well and had not listened closely enough to his body.

Bayern Munich did not say who will be on the bench for the Bundesliga match against SC Freiburg on Sunday. Eberl's comments led to speculation that Kompany's return could take a long time.