Vincent Kompany

• Full name: Vincent Jean Mpoy Kompany
• Date of birth: April 10, 1986
• Place of birth: Uccle, Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium
• Nationality: Belgian
• Position: Centre-back (defender)
• Primary foot: Right

Club career (highlights)

• R.S.C. Anderlecht (youth and senior beginnings) — Came through the Anderlecht academy; made senior debut and established himself before moving abroad.
• Hamburger SV — Brief spell in Germany early in his career.
• Manchester City (2008–2019) — Most notable club tenure. Became club captain, led City to multiple Premier League titles and domestic trophies, widely credited for defensive leadership and organization. Suffered several injuries during later years but remained a central figure and club legend.
• R.S.C. Anderlecht (return) — Returned to Anderlecht toward the end of his playing career and subsequently transitioned into management.

Manchester City achievements (selected)

• Premier League titles (as a player and captain): multiple (2011–12, 2013–14, 2017–18, 2018–19 among seasons in his City tenure)
• FA Cup and League Cup victories during his time at the club
• Recognized as a transformational leader who helped raise the club’s standards and mentality

International career

• Belgium national team (the Red Devils) — Long-serving captain at times and key member across multiple major tournaments (UEFA European Championship and FIFA World Cup appearances).
• Notable for leadership and defensive robustness for Belgium during their rise to top-tier international status.

After playing

• Moved into coaching/management after retiring as a player, including a managerial role at Anderlecht.

Legacy

• Widely regarded as one of the best defenders of his generation, especially noted for leadership, reading of the game, aerial ability, tackling and ability to carry the ball out from the back.
• Considered a Manchester City legend and an influential figure in Belgian football.