Bayern Munich will face Union Berlin in the last Bundesliga matchday before the international break. The match takes place at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:30 PM CEST (2:30 PM EDT). Bayern is coming off a narrow 2-1 victory over Elversberg and will be looking to maintain momentum without exhausting players ahead of their national team duties.
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Union Berlin, under new manager Mauro Lustrinelli, is struggling following a tough start to the season. After managing to draw against Eintracht Frankfurt thanks to two late goals, they suffered significant defeats to Leverkusen and Schalke. Lustrinelli will be aiming for his first Bundesliga win this weekend.
The predicted lineup for Bayern includes Manuel Neuer, Konrad Laimer, Jonathan Tah, Alphonso Davies, Joshua Kimmich, and Luis Díaz. Outsiders for the match are Jonas Urbig, Josip Stanišić, Kim Min-jae, Ismael Saibari, Tom Bischof, and Lennart Karl. Notably, Serge Gnabry is doubtful due to an adductor issue.
In historical context, Union Berlin has never defeated Bayern in 14 competitive matches, with five of those ending in draws. Watch for 21-year-old left back Tom Rothe, who is generating interest for a potential national team call-up.
According to predictions, Bayern is expected to dominate the match, with a forecasted score of 6-0. Harry Kane is anticipated to score early, followed by additional goals from Michael Olise, Luis Díaz, Ismael Saibari, and Jamal Musiala.