PSG's quality is undeniable, says Bayern boss Kompany

Paris St Germain have plenty of individual quality and a terrific manager in Luis Enrique, Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany said on the eve of Tuesday's Champions League clash at the Allianz Arena.

Six-times European champions Bayern are a lowly 17th in the 36-team Champions League table amongst the playoff spots, while PSG's qualifying chances are in more danger as they sit 25th, one place outside the playoffs midway through the group phase.

However, Kompany has no doubts over PSG's ability and is counting on the Bayern fans to spur his side on.

"We are playing against one of the big clubs in Europe. They have a lot of individual quality and a very good coach. Both teams will want to win. We are playing at home and this match is of utmost importance to us," Kompany told reporters on Monday.

"It's (PSG) a squad with incredible talent. The spaces between the lines are never big, the pressing is very aggressive and good. When they have the ball, they have a clear attacking approach. As a team, they are really very good."

While the German giants have lost two of their four Champions League matches this season, they are undefeated in the Bundesliga and have not conceded a goal in five consecutive league games but Kompany is striving for more.

"There are many teams in the competition (Champions League) that we haven't seen yet. We often talk about finishing in the top eight (to qualify for the last 16). Our goal is to finish top one," the Belgian said.

Bayern are without 20-year-old Germany defensive midfielder Aleksandar Pavlovic, who broke his collarbone in October.

"Aleks is not yet fully integrated into training. It is going well and quickly, but it will still take a little while," Kompany said.

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