For any young player, gaining recognition from a legend of the game like Vincent Kompany is a major confidence booster. And the Bayern Munich manager has lauded a Celtic player, as he tries to settle in at Parkhead.

Bayern Munich are set to face Celtic in the UEFA Champions League knockout stage play off stages. The first leg at Celtic Park takes place on February 12. Bayer

Vincent Kompany is expecting a tough game at “fortress” Celtic Park and says his Bayern Munich side will give the Scottish Champions “the respect they deserve” in their Champions League playoff clash.

Bayern Munich take on Celtic away in their UEFA Champions League knockout stage play off clash. The first leg takes place at Celtic Park on February 12. It's a

Six-time champions Bayern are eight points clear in their domestic league and have won their past four outings in all competitions. Despite that recent run, Kompany is wary coming to "fortress" Celtic Park. "Both clubs stand very high in the tradition of the Champions League because of the achievements of the past," Kompany said.

Ahead of the first leg, Kompany said Celtic's domestic dominance meant that they would not be pushovers for the German giants

Bayern Munich must be wary of Celtic's winning mentality ahead of Wednesday's Champions League playoff first leg in Glasgow, coach Vincent Kompany said on Tuesday. The Bavarians, who lead the Bundesliga title race,