Kompany has made an impressive start as Bayern Munich’s head coach, leading the team to victories in both of their competitive matches so far. The first win was a comfortable 4-0 triumph over Ulm in the DFB Cup, followed by a hard-fought 3-2 victory against VfL Wolfsburg, where Bayern had to come from behind at the Volkswagen Arena to secure all three points.
For the upcoming match, Kompany will aim for a more straightforward performance but will still be missing several players, including Josip Stanišić and new signing Hiroki Ito. Although Leroy Sané returned to full training midweek after a pelvis injury, he is unlikely to be risked before the international break.
This situation could provide Michael Olise another opportunity to score his first goal for Bayern after making his debut last weekend. Meanwhile, Harry Kane will be eager to open his account for the new league season, having recently been awarded the 2024 European Golden Shoe on Tuesday.
Freiburg’s new head coach, Julian Schuster, has also had an impressive start to the season. Stepping into the role after Christian Streich ended his 12-year tenure, Schuster has guided Freiburg to a 4-0 Cup win over Osnabrück and an unexpected 3-1 victory against last season’s runners-up, VfB Stuttgart.
The win was even more remarkable given that Freiburg is currently missing several key players due to injury, including goalkeeper Noah Atubolu, striker Michael Gregoritsch, and defender Manuel Gulde, along with Daniel-Kofi Kyereh and new signing Eren Dinkçi. Right-back Lukas Kübler was the surprise hero against Stuttgart, scoring twice.
Despite these absences, Schuster still has strong attacking options, with Vincenzo Grifo, Lucas Höler, and Ritsu Dōan, who scored on the opening day of the league season, available to lead the charge.
Vincent Kompany will oversee his first home match as Bayern Munich head coach when the record champions welcome Freiburg to the Allianz Arena on Sunday.
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- Freiburg have never won a Bundesliga match away at Bayern Munich, with a record of three draws and 21 losses from 24 attempts. Only Wolfsburg have visited another team more often in the league’s history without securing a victory (28 visits to Bayern).
- Harry Kane has yet to score against Freiburg in the Bundesliga, despite taking 10 shots during the 2023/24 season.
- Thomas Müller is set to make his 710th competitive appearance for Bayern Munich, which would make him the club’s new record holder, surpassing Sepp Maier.
- Serge Gnabry has been prolific this season, with four goals and one assist in his six Bundesliga appearances in 2024, contributing to a goal on average every 59 minutes.
- Andrej Kramarić is the only current Bundesliga player to have scored more goals against Bayern (eight) than Freiburg’s Lucas Höler (five).
- Freiburg head coach Julian Schuster aims to become the first Freiburg manager to win his first two Bundesliga matches in charge. During his playing career, he faced Bayern with a record of one draw and ten losses..
FAQs
How can I watch the Bayern Munich vs. SC Freiburg match?
The match is usually broadcast on major sports networks such as Sky Sports or BT Sport, depending on your location. It may also be available for streaming on platforms like DAZN or ESPN+. Check your local listings for exact details.
Who are the key players to watch in the Bayern Munich vs. SC Freiburg match?
Key players include Bayern Munich’s Thomas Müller, who could set a new club record for appearances, and Serge Gnabry, who has been in strong form this season. For Freiburg, watch out for Lucas Höler, who has a good record against Bayern, and Andrej Kramarić, known for his goal-scoring ability.
What is the historical record between Bayern Munich and SC Freiburg?
Historically, Bayern Munich has dominated the fixture, with Freiburg having never won a Bundesliga match at the Allianz Arena.