What happened: Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany told reporters he hopes officiating decisions favor his side more often in the 2026-27 campaign. The remark came in the wake of Bayern's Champions League semifinal exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain. Kompany has pointed to specific calls in both legs that he disputed.

Why it matters: The comments extend a multi-day storyline in which Kompany has openly questioned the officiating around Bayern's European elimination, a notable shift in tone for a manager who said he does not like speaking about referees. His earlier remarks the same day framed the exit as one decided by marginal calls rather than play. Joshua Kimmich's parallel claim that this was Bayern's best season in 11 years underscores how much weight the dressing room is putting on the European miss.

What to watch: Watch for any UEFA or DFB response to Kompany's repeated officiating critiques and whether the club issues a formal complaint. Bayern's Bundesliga run-in and summer transfer plans now move to the foreground.