Bayern Munich have stuttered a bit over the last two games. They remain undefeated this season, but the last two performances have certainly raised concerns. The Bavarian club had to settle for a point against Augsburg and Viking in the Bundesliga and Champions League, respectively. Bayern will look to break the streak of draws when they host RB Leipzig on Saturday.
Die Roten have looked good in the final third, but there have been lapses in concentration when the team has defended. Vincent Kompany will hope Bayern do not concede cheap goals against Leipzig.
RB Leipzig have looked in good form since the team returned from the international break. They hammered six goals against Eintracht Frankfurt last weekend. Martin Demichelis’ men backed up this performance with a 1-0 win against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League.
Considering the form of both teams, Bayern will face a formidable challenge on Saturday.
Team News
Bayern Munich have no fresh injury concerns for the game against RB Leipzig. Manuel Neuer has not recovered from a minor foot problem, so he will miss the game on Saturday. Aleksandar Pavlovic was carrying a knock in the midweek clash against Viking. However, the German midfielder has trained with the squad this week.
Jamal Musiala continues to work on his recovery at Sabner Strasse. The German attacking midfielder may need another week to be part of the matchday squad.
Predicted Starting XI
In the absence of Manuel Neuer, Jonas Urbig will start in the goal. The youngster couldn’t have done anything to stop three goals against Viking on Tuesday. Urbig will hope to make the most of the opportunity on Saturday by keeping a clean sheet.
Dayot Upamecano will return to the starting lineup on Saturday after starting on the bench against Viking. The French defender will play alongside Jonathan Tah in the heart of defense. Alphonso Davies will occupy the left-back spot, while Konrad Laimer will continue to play in the right-back position.
Tom Bischof will make way for Aleksandar Pavlovic in the starting lineup on Saturday. Pavlovic will play alongside Kimmich in the center of the park. Amidst recent criticism over his performances, Kimmich delivered a very good performance against Viking on Tuesday.
Michael Olise is certain to start on the right flank against RB Leipzig. Luis Diaz got on the scoresheet on Tuesday. The Colombian will look to build on this performance as he is expected to start on the left against Leipzig. Ismael Saibari will replace Lennart Karl in the number ten position, while Harry Kane will lead the attack.
Bayern Munich Starting XI: Urbig; Davies, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Diaz, Saibari, Olise; Kane
Score Prediction
Bayern Munich 3-2 RB Leipzig
Bayern have been leaking goals in the last two games. RB Leipzig are in good scoring form, so a clean sheet for both sides looks unlikely on Saturday. It will be a tight encounter, but Bayern will do enough to claim all three points.
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