Bundesliga Fixtures Update
Unbeaten Bayern Munich Travel to Face Schalke Ahead of Champions League Campaign
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Bayern began the season by winning the DFL-Supercup 2-1 against Borussia Dortmund, then defeated VfL Osnabrück 4-1 in the DFB-Pokal after their 5-1 Bundesliga victory over Stuttgart.
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With Serge Gnabry unavailable, Bayern are expected to deploy Michael Olise, Ismael Saibari and Luis Díaz behind Harry Kane, with Manuel Neuer, Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae among the defensive starters.
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Stuttgart are set to use a 4-4-2 formation, while Köln are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 at Stuttgart’s MHPArena; Sebastian Hoeneß and René Wagner are the respective head coaches.
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Köln’s Linton Maina replaces Said El Mala in their only change from the previous match, while Stuttgart introduce Bilal El Khannouss and Chris Führich to the starting XI; Dženan Pejčinović is again selected up front.
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Hannover’s first league win came through Lars Gindorf’s second-half penalty against a ten-man Darmstadt, while Karlsruhe surrendered an early 2-0 lead before losing to Wolfsburg.
Bayern Munich travel to Schalke this Saturday seeking to extend their unbeaten start to the 2026–27 season, with the Bundesliga giants carrying momentum from three straight victories including a 5-1 demolition of Stuttgart. Yahoo Sports reports that Jamal Musiala has returned to full training after a neurological issue but will likely come off the bench, while Serge Gnabry remains out with an adductor injury.
In the other Bundesliga fixture this weekend, Stuttgart host Köln at MHPArena looking to bounce back from their heavy loss to Bayern. Yahoo Sports confirms that Stuttgart will deploy a 4-4-2 formation with Dženan Pejčinović leading the attack, while Köln line up in a 4-3-3 formation after opening their campaign with a 3-2 win over Hoffenheim.
Bayern's Perfect Start Heads to Schalke
Bayern opened 2026–27 by winning the DFL-Supercup 2-1 against Borussia Dortmund, then beat VfL Osnabrück 4-1 in the DFB-Pokal before their dominant 5-1 Bundesliga victory over Stuttgart. Yahoo Sports notes this is Bayern's first Bundesliga match at Veltins Arena since 2023, representing a major fixture for both clubs.
With Gnabry unavailable, Bayern will field Michael Olise, Ismael Saibari, and Luis Díaz in attacking midfield behind Harry Kane. Manuel Neuer, Dayot Upamecano, and Kim Min-jae anchor the defense. Musiala's return to the squad adds depth for the Champions League campaign ahead.
Stuttgart Chase Redemption Against Köln
Stuttgart suffered a crushing 5-1 loss to Bayern but make two key lineup changes for the Köln clash. Yahoo Sports confirms that Bilal El Khannouss and Chris Führich enter the starting XI as Stuttgart shift to a 4-4-2 formation under head coach Sebastian Hoeneß.
Köln arrive with confidence after their opening 3-2 win over Hoffenheim. They make just one change—Linton Maina replaces Said El Mala—as René Wagner's side seeks another positive result in their 4-3-3 shape at MHPArena.
Hannover Build Momentum in 2. Bundesliga
Hannover and Karlsruhe meet on matchday four of 2. Bundesliga after contrasting recent results. Yahoo Sports reports that Hannover claimed their first league win via Lars Gindorf's second-half penalty against ten-man Darmstadt, giving them momentum heading into this fixture.
Karlsruhe meanwhile suffered a setback after squandering a 2-0 lead and losing to promotion favorite Wolfsburg. The club will look to recover and return to winning ways against Hannover this weekend.
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