Bayern's Kompany to miss Dortmund match after leaving hospital

Vincent Kompany won't be on the sidelines when Bayern face Borussia Dortmund. His absence follows a hospital stay last week, and ESPN reports he has now left the hospital. The short report doesn't say why he was hospitalized.

Why it matters Bayern will play this match without Kompany present on the touchline. It's a reminder that health comes before any game and that teams sometimes have to adjust on short notice. Leaving the hospital is a positive step, though the report doesn't say how long his recovery might take or when he will return.

What to watch Look for updates from Bayern on Kompany's recovery and on when he might be back on the sideline. It will also be worth seeing how the team handles the Dortmund match without him.

Source: ESPN