Vincent Kompany reflects on the impact of a coach from his time at Ajax, praising the Dutchman for his exceptional leadership and approach to the game. He recalls the remarkable performances of the Ajax team under the coach’s guidance, emphasizing their exceptional quality despite their young age and limited resources.

Kompany credits the coach for his significant influence on his own managerial style, referring to him as a “reference coach” and expressing admiration for his tactical acumen. Kompany also discusses his experience facing the coach’s team in the Champions League, highlighting the profound impact of the coach’s strategies and ideas on the game.

He acknowledges that despite not having personal interactions with the coach, he closely follows his career and regards him as a pivotal figure in the realm of coaching. Furthermore, Kompany reflects on his personal approach to dealing with criticism, emphasizing the importance of not letting external opinions affect him.

He shares his early experiences of being written off and the subsequent realization that contextualizing criticism is crucial in maintaining resilience and focus. The text ends with a mention of special offers, promotions, and partnership adverts, providing an option to opt out of the community and referencing a privacy notice for further details.