Bayern enters this match at the top of the league with 14 points from their first six games, while Stuttgart sits in eighth place with nine points.
After being dethroned by Xabi Alonso's team last season, Bayern is eager to reclaim their dominance in German football. They’ve started the season strong, remaining unbeaten so far, but they did experience a dip in form just before the international break, drawing their last match 3-3 against Eintracht Frankfurt. This result marked their third game in a row without a win.
During this stretch, Bayern also drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen and lost to Aston Villa in the Champions League, resulting in their longest winless streak since April 2023. They've already conceded seven league goals this season, which, while not alarming, is notable as it matches the total they've allowed at this stage of the season only once in the past 15 years.
Despite this, Bayern boasts a solid home record, with eight wins, one draw, and just one loss in their last ten league matches dating back to mid-January.
While Bayern has historically dominated this fixture, Stuttgart won their last meeting 3-1 in May and hopes to achieve back-to-back victories over the Bavarians for the first time since 2007.
However, Stuttgart has struggled for wins this season, securing just two from their first six matches, which is less than half of the five wins they had at the same point last year.
Leading up to the international break, Stuttgart recorded three consecutive draws, two of which were in the Bundesliga. If they fail to win this match, it will be the first time they’ve gone three games without a victory since Sebastian Hoeness took over in April.
On a positive note, Stuttgart has been effective in front of goal, scoring 15 times this season, with Ermedin Demirovic contributing five of those goals, placing him second in the league's scoring charts behind Omar Marmoush.
Stuttgart currently holds the longest active scoring streak in the Bundesliga, having found the net in 22 consecutive matches, which is also the second-longest streak in the club's history.
INJURIES & SUSPENSION
Harry Kane has now gone over 350 minutes without finding the net for both club and country, marking the longest goal drought since he joined Bayern Munich last year.
Despite this slump, Kane is expected to lead the attack, likely joined by Michael Olise and Thomas Muller, though Jamal Musiala may be rested after aggravating a hip injury in the last match.
Bayern also has several notable absentees this week, including Sacha Boey and Josip Stanisic, both out with knee injuries, and Hiroki Ito, who is dealing with a metatarsal fracture. However, Dayot Upamecano has reportedly returned to training and could be back in the squad.
On the Stuttgart side, there were concerns about Deniz Undav’s fitness after he missed Germany’s match against the Netherlands due to a muscle issue, but he has been cleared to play this weekend.
Nonetheless, Stuttgart faces a lengthy injury list, with Chris Fuhrich, Luca Raimund, Dan-Axel Zagadou, and Justin Diehl all out until at least next month. Leonidas Stergiou and Nikolas Nartey are also listed as doubtful for the match.
POSSIBLE LINE-UPS
Bayern Munich possible starting lineup:
Neuer; Kimmich, Dier, Kim, Davies; Pavlovic, Palhinha; Gnabry, Muller, Olise; Kane
Stuttgart possible starting lineup:
Nubel; Stenzel, Rouault, Chabot, Mittelstadt; Karazor, Stiller; Millot, Woltemade, Leweling; Demirovic
EXPERT PREDICTION
Bayern Munich 3-1 VFB Stuggart
After going three matches without a win, the international break may have come at the perfect time for Bayern Munich. They understand that securing a positive result in this match is essential for regaining momentum before their upcoming trip to Camp Nou.
Although Stuttgart is expected to provide a tough challenge, their away form has been shaky at the start of the season. We believe Bayern will manage to claim the three points in this one.
