This weekend’s Bundesliga game is at the Allianz Arena, as are the league leaders Bayern Munich welcome to the 8th place Stuttgart to Munich.
The Bavarians will be looking to revive their title challenge after a slight dip in form heading into the international break.
Game preview
Bayern currently sit at the top with 14 points from the first 6 games, but have drawn their last 3 games in all competitions, including a 3-3 draw. Eintracht Frankfurt last time out.
This run has seen them give up their 100% start to the season, and they will be eager to get back to winning ways at home.
Despite their recent stumbles, Bayern still boast an impressive home record, having won 8, drawn 1 and lost just one of their last ten Bundesliga games at the Allianz.
However, they have conceded 7 goals in the league this season, which is uncharacteristic of a team that often defends poorly.
The manager Vincent Kompany will be looking to tighten things up ahead of the important games ahead.
Opponents Stuttgart have found life a bit tough so far this campaign. After finishing in 5th place last season, they are currently sitting in 8th place with 9 points on the board.
Sebastian Hoeness’ The team has drawn 3 of their 6 league games so far, including a back-to-back going into the international break.
The visitors have a powerful attack, having found the net 15 times – the most goals scored in the Bundesliga.
Striker Ermedin Demirovic He chipped in with 5 of those goals to sit second on the division’s top scorers chart.
Stuttgart will take confidence from beating Bayern 3-1 when the two teams last met in May. That victory ended a 3-game losing streak for the reigning champions, and they will be looking for another blow this weekend. However, their away form has been poor so far, winning just 1 of 3 on the road.
Team News
Bayern will be sweating on the fitness of a few key players. Top scorer Harry Kane it has no goal in more than 350 minutes of work, while Jamal Musiala there is doubt after picking up. A defensive duo We build Boey again Josip Stanisic they are also set aside.
Stuttgart, on the other hand, is empowered Deniz Undav declared fit to play after losing Germany job. However, they have a number of long-term absentees as well Chris Fuhrich, Luca Raimund again Dan-Axel Zagadou.
Prediction
Bayern may have stumbled of late, but they remain a force in German football. Their quality and home form should see them through to this one, despite the threat posed by the visitors’ onslaught of form.
- Result Prediction: Bayern Munich 2-1 Stuttgart
Betting tips:
- Match result: Bayern Munich
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5
- Both Teams to Score: Yes