Bayern Munich host Union Berlin in the Bundesliga this Saturday in what promises to be an exciting clash at the Allianz Arena. Bayern currently lead the table with an unbeaten record, showcasing formidable attacking prowess and scoring 20 goals across their last five matches.
The Bavarian giants recently dispatched Bochum 5-0, followed by a convincing 4-0 win over Mainz in the DFB-Pokal, bolstering their confidence ahead of this match. Bayern’s recent run indicates they are poised to keep up their pace against a Union Berlin side that, despite being defensively robust, has shown vulnerability in recent matches.
Union Berlin, under the guidance of Bo Svensson, sit fourth in the Bundesliga standings, largely supported by a resolute backline that has conceded just five goals this season.
However, Union struggled offensively in their recent 2-0 DFB-Pokal loss to Arminia Bielefeld, creating few chances. They will need to sharpen their attack if they hope to challenge Bayern, especially given the Bavarians' excellent home record.
Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany is expected to deploy his usual 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on a solid midfield anchored by Joshua Kimmich and Joao Palhinha.
In defence, Raphael Guerreiro and Alphonso Davies should take the full-back roles alongside centre-backs Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae, providing both defensive solidity and support in the wide areas.
Midfielders Serge Gnabry and Michael Olise are likely to flank the dynamic Jamal Musiala, creating an attacking trio behind star striker Harry Kane. Despite injuries to Aleksandar Pavlovic, Hiroki Ito, and Sacha Boey, Bayern’s depth in defence ensures minimal disruption to their backline.
Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup to Face Union Berlin
Neuer; Guerreiro, Upamecano, Kim, Davies; Kimmich, Palhinha; Olise, Musiala, Gnabry; Kane
Here is how the side last lined up
Union Berlin Predicted Lineup
Union Berlin will likely stick to a more conservative 3-4-3 setup, emphasising defence and counter-attacks.
Goalkeeper Frederik Ronnow is set to start, shielded by a back three of Danilho Doekhi, Kevin Vogt, and Diogo Leite.
Without the injured Josip Juranovic and Lucas Tousart, Aljoscha Kemlein and Rani Khedira will anchor midfield in a double pivot, tasked with breaking up Bayern’s advances.
Up front, Bo Svensson may opt for Benedict Hollerbach to lead the attack, supported by Cho Gue-sung and Youssouf Fofana on the flanks.
Union Berlin Predicted Lineup to Face Bayern
Ronnow; Doekhi, Vogt, Leite; Trimmel, Kemlein, Khedira, Rothe; Jeong, Hollerbach, Vertessen
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