Vincent Kompany Likens Michael Olise to Kevin De Bruyne in Champions League Exhibit
Bayern Munich dismantled Atalanta 6-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 tie in Bergamo. Michael Olise starred, scoring twice, including a 25-yard strike.
The 24-year-old now has three goals in this season’s Champions League. Across all competitions he has 15 goals and 22 assists.
Head coach Vincent Kompany praised Olise after the match. He drew comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne and highlighted Olise’s attention to detail.
Kompany’s assessment
Kompany said Olise’s meticulous approach sets him apart and likened his traits to those of De Bruyne. He noted he watched De Bruyne at Manchester City on his rise to world-class status.
De Bruyne’s early career
Kevin De Bruyne spent two-and-a-half seasons in the Bundesliga. He played for Werder Bremen and Wolfsburg, scoring 23 goals in 85 appearances.
De Bruyne was named Bundesliga Player of the Season in 2014/15. He later moved to Manchester City and won the Champions League in 2022/23.
Olise’s season and style
Olise combines pace, trickery and clinical finishing. Opposition defences have struggled to contain him this season.
- Age: 24
- Champions League goals this season: 3
- All-competition tally: 15 goals and 22 assists
- Notable strike: 25-yard goal in Bergamo
Filmogaz.com coverage noted Kompany likened Olise to De Bruyne after the Champions League exhibition in Bergamo. It was high praise and a further sign of Olise’s rising profile.
