In an exclusive interview, Vincent Kompany emphasizes the need for flawless performance for Burnley to secure a victory on his highly anticipated return to Manchester City.

Vincent Kompany, the manager of Burnley, is preparing his team for a tough challenge as they face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Kompany, who spent 11 successful years at City as a player, knows the quality of his former club and understands the difficulty of beating them. In their previous encounters, Burnley suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat in the FA Cup last season and a 3-0 loss at Turf Moor earlier this campaign.

Reflecting on Burnley’s journey back to the Premier League, Kompany admits that their promotion came quicker than expected. After their relegation in the 2021-22 season, the team had to rebuild with limited resources. However, Kompany praises his squad for their commitment and believes they have a strong group of players.

Kompany also acknowledges the increasing competitiveness of the Premier League, particularly among the bottom 10 teams. He highlights the growing gap between the Championship and the top flight, emphasizing the challenge of transitioning from a successful Championship squad to a competitive Premier League team.

Despite their struggles in the league this season, Burnley dominated the Championship last year, finishing 10 points clear at the top. However, their return to the Premier League has been challenging, and they currently find themselves in the relegation zone.

Facing Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium is undoubtedly a daunting task for Burnley. City have recently regained their form after a slight dip, winning five consecutive matches in all competitions. Kompany recognizes the quality of City’s players and the managerial prowess of Pep Guardiola.

Nevertheless, Kompany remains optimistic and believes his team must approach the game with a mindset that they have a chance to win. He emphasizes the importance of learning from these tough encounters, regardless of the result, and using that knowledge to improve in future matches.

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