Bayern Munich is set to face RB Leipzig on Saturday at the Allianz Arena, with both teams being the highest-scoring in the Bundesliga. Bayern aims to overcome recent frustrations, while Leipzig seeks its third consecutive win.
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Bayern, managed by Vincent Kompany, remains unbeaten in all competitions this season, but they have struggled in October. They faced a disappointing 3-3 draw against Viking FK on Tuesday in the Champions League after leading 3-2, only to concede a last-minute equalizer following a red card for Michael Olise. This followed a 2-2 draw with Augsburg in the Bundesliga, with Bayern having not secured a win since returning from the international break. Currently, Bayern sits third in the league with 11 points, two points behind Borussia Dortmund and Freiburg.
The Bavarians will find solace in their strong home form, having won all three of their matches at the Allianz Arena this season, scoring 17 goals and conceding just one.
In contrast, Leipzig, under manager Martin Demichelis, has had a mixed season but holds fifth place with nine points—just two behind Bayern. They secured a narrow 1-0 victory against PSV in the Champions League midweek, marking back-to-back wins for the first time since August. Leipzig has been strong at home but struggles on the road, having lost all three away matches since a 6-0 win over Eintracht Trier in the DFB-Pokal on August 22. They have not defeated Bayern since August 2023, experiencing five losses and two draws in the interim.
Bayern will be without midfielder Jamal Musiala due to a thigh injury. Ismael Saibari is expected to start in his place, along with Michael Olise and Luis Diaz supporting striker Harry Kane. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is a doubt following a foot injury, potentially allowing Jonas Urbig to continue in goal.
Leipzig will miss midfielders Christoph Baumgartner and Assan Ouedraogo due to injuries, while striker Marc Guiu is sidelined as well. Ezechiel Banzuzi and Neil El Aynaoui are likely to start in midfield, with Romulo leading the attack supported by top scorer Christopher Nkunku.
Predicted lineups include:
Bayern Munich: Urbig; Stanisic, Upamecano, Tah, Davies; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Saibari, Diaz; Kane.
RB Leipzig: Vandevoordt; Baku, Orban, Lukeba, Raum; Banzuzi, El Aynaoui; Gruda, Nkunku, Nusa; Romulo.
The prediction for the match leans towards a Bayern Munich victory, with a suggested scoreline of 3-1, reflecting their offensive capabilities despite recent draws.