VfL Wolfsburg vs Bayern München - Bundesliga

All eyes turn to the home ground on May 9, 2026 as VfL Wolfsburg welcome Bayern München in a Bundesliga encounter that promises tension, intrigue and no shortage of subplot. The 18‑year‑old midfielder featured off the bench in the Foxes’ Carabao Cup first‑round tie last weekend, but could still depart before the window closes.

VfL Wolfsburg head into the contest positioned 16th in the Bundesliga standings, while Bayern München arrive sitting 1st. The hosts will be looking to find their rhythm and put a run of results together. The visitors have been a force on their travels, WDW in their last five and a campaign win rate of 66.67% that demands respect. In his latest column, Paul Merson predicts the 2026/27 Premier League season at both ends of the table.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. VfL Wolfsburg will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while Bayern München will back themselves to cause problems on the break. Speaking on his YouTube Ferdinand said: "If I’m Manchester United right now I say press the green button and buy him, take him, right now.

Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. Watch Manchester United score their opening goal of the new Champions League campaign.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. On balance, Bayern München may just have enough to take all three points. A 0-2 away win would not be a shock. With positions in the Bundesliga table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".