Bayern München vs VfB Stuttgart - Bundesliga

The Bundesliga returns to the home ground on August 28, 2026, where Bayern München and VfB Stuttgart will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Ahead of the first leg of the UEFA Conference League play-off tie against Czech side Jablonec at Ibrox on Thursday, McInnes said: "I said that when I spoke to Lawrence.

A glance at the Bundesliga table tells the story: Bayern München in 4th and VfB Stuttgart in 14th, with positions to defend and places to climb. Confidence is coursing through the home camp, with WDW in their last five and a season win rate of 66.67% underscoring their momentum. VfB Stuttgart have blown hot and cold, L across their last five and a season win rate of 33.33%. Their respective approaches this season have differed noticeably, and the tactical contrast could prove telling. The Reds continue to retain an interest in the midfielder Manu Kone and left-back Lewis Hall, while one remaining high-profile departure this summer could come in the form of Marcus Rashford.

The tactical subplot is compelling: Bayern München favour a possession-based game built on patience and control, while VfB Stuttgart are happiest sitting deep and exploding forward on the counter — a classic contrast of philosophies. Chelsea have been encouraged to consider a surprise move for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, with former Red Devils midfielder Quinton Fortune believing the Cameroon international could suit their style of football.

When Y. Ebnoutalib is on the pitch — 3 goals to his name this term — moments of magic are never far away, and the Bundesliga's top scorer will be central to how this one unfolds. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. New goalkeeper signing Kayne van Oevelen could go out on loan, while striker George Hirst and right-back Harry Clarke both have Championship interest but Ipswich are seeking permanent offers.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. Given the balance of the numbers, Bayern München should have enough to edge it — a 3-2 victory looks the most likely outcome. With positions in the Bundesliga table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. A more central role appears likely given the sale of Youri Tielemans to Manchester United and the anterior cruciate ligament injury suffered by Amadou Onana at the World Cup.