was happy to give something back to the fans after scoring in Manchester City's 3-0 win over Southampton.
It was City captain's first goal in 20 months, and further goals from Leroy Sane and Sergio Aguero wrapped up a comfortable win to move Pep Guardiola's side back to third in the league.
The injury-plagued Kompany has made just seven appearances so far this season, and celebrated passionately in front of the travelling fans.
"For me it's always a long journey back," he told BT Sport.
"I would have liked to be injured less in my career but every single time I've put in the hard work.