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FC·May 7, 2026 07:19 AM ET

Kompany Questions Officiating After Bayern's UCL Exit, Cites No Red Card and Missed Penalty

Bayern boss says calls tilted semifinal vs PSG.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 71 min read
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What happened: Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany openly questioned the officiating following his side's Champions League exit, asking why a key incident was not deemed a red card and why Bayern conceded a penalty in Paris but were not awarded one in the return leg. Kompany said he understood the rules but felt 'the hand was above his head' on the disputed play. He added that 'it felt like there was a hand that tilted it to the wrong side for us.'

Why it matters: The complaints come after Kompany's measured tone before the return leg vs PSG, making the post-match frustration a sharper pivot. Officiating disputes at this stage shape narrative momentum heading into domestic run-ins and color expectations for next season's European campaign. For Bayern, the exit closes the door on a treble push and puts added weight on Bundesliga finishing position.

What to watch: Watch for any UEFA response or disciplinary review of Kompany's comments, plus Bayern's remaining Bundesliga fixtures. Reaction from PSG and the match officials' body could follow in the next 24-48 hours.

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