Talking Tactics: Hertha Berlin vs Bayern Munich

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MUNICH, GERMANY – AUGUST 16: Robert Lewandowski of FC Bayern Munich and Karim Rekik of Hertha BSC battle for the ball during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and Hertha BSC at Allianz Arena on August 16, 2019 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by TF-Images/ Getty Images) /

Bayern Munich begin their Ruckrunde against a rejuvenated Hertha BSC in matchday 18 of the Bundesliga 2019/20

It was a pleasant end to Hinrunde for Bayern Munich. The defending champions clinched three league wins in a row. The victory against Werder Bremen was emphatic, while they had to dig deep to clinch all three points against Freiburg and Wolfsburg.

Among a plethora of differences between Bayern Munich and Hertha BSC after their first meeting this season, both the teams currently share a common trait. Both of them will have new managers in the dugout. It is Hansi Flick against Jurgen Klinsmann.

Bayern travels to the capital city, having tasted a defeat against Nurnberg in their friendly clash during the winter break. On the contrary, the hosts bagged a win against their friendly fixture with Eintracht Frankfurt.

Die Roten needs to go on a long winning run in the second half of the season to retain the Bundesliga title. A strong performance against Klinsmann’s team will set the tone for Ruckrunde. In today’s column, we dive into Bayern’s Hinrunde clash with Hertha, and what we can expect from their upcoming fixture at Olympiastadion.