Bayern expect special atmosphere at Feyenoord but also eye win

Bayern Munich are aware of the ferocious welcome they will receive from Feyenoord’s famous fans in Wednesday’s Champions League game, but still believe they can leave De Kuip with three points.

“We have a very experienced team. This is a special away game. As ever, we want to win and put in a performance,” coach Vincent Kompany told a news conference on Tuesday. “I think the atmosphere will motivate us.”

Bayern are looking to lift themselves into the top eight, who qualify automatically for the last 16 without a play-off.

“I don’t look at the table. I’ve enjoyed this new format. There’s no point looking at the table. If you win six games, you’re in the top eight. Anything else is hard to predict, but my aim is to make sure we win six games.”

Bayern have won four so far and have a home game next Wednesday against eliminated Slovan Bratislava when the league phase wraps up.

Jamal Musiala, whom Bayern hope will sign a new contract soon, said they would not underestimate the Dutch side.

“We’ve had meetings about Feyenoord already. They’re good on the counter and have talent and quality. They want to play football and they can make things happen with the ball. We’re approaching it like every game – all of us will work hard,” Musiala said.

“A few buddies of mine who have played here before have said that it’ll be very loud here. But we look forward to that.”

Feyenoord coach Brian Priske earlier told a news conference: “It’s a difficult phase but it’s another opportunity to get a result. I love Feyenoord and I love playing against top clubs. It’s nice for me to be here, where so many expectations are placed on me.”

Feyenoord striker Santiago Giménez added: “Our counter-attacking play will be key. They’re good in possession, no matter who they play against. We need to be ready to battle and run.”