Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany is refusing to get carried away despite his side securing a crucial 2-1 away victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. The win at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu gives the German giants a slender advantage heading back to the Allianz Arena, but the former Manchester City captain knows all too well that a one-goal lead is a precarious one in European football.

Speaking after the match, Kompany balanced satisfaction with a heavy dose of realism. "I'm happy with the result," he stated. "It's a win, and any win at the Bernabéu is important. Now we play the next match at home and we have an advantage." He was quick to dismiss any notion that luck played a role, firmly asserting his team's performance deserved the three points.

However, with the second leg looming, Kompany's message was one of caution and respect for the 14-time champions. He emphasized the unique threat posed by Carlo Ancelotti's side, a team renowned for dramatic European comebacks. "We respect Real Madrid's quality because they are incredibly dangerous," Kompany warned. "I know this tie is not over yet."

Framing the clash as a battle between two elite sides with strong identities, Kompany expressed pride in his team's approach while keeping their feet on the ground. "Our team always has the right to dream of victories because we are playing very well," he said, before adding, "We're not going to get carried away. If my boys win next week, then I’ll feel that sense of joy." The stage is now set for a monumental second leg in Munich, where Bayern will look to defend their lead and book a place in the final.