Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin confirmed lineups, match prediction, team news, and odds. Get key insights and tactical betting angles ahead of kick-off.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Bundesliga |
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Match Date | Friday 18 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 19:30 UK time |
Venue | Allianz Arena |
The starting lineups for the Bundesliga fixture between Bayern Munich and Union Berlin have been confirmed.
Bayern Munich Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Manuel Neuer, Jonathan Tah, Dayot Upamecano, Alphonso Davies, Josip Stanisic, Joshua Kimmich, Luis Díaz, Jamal Musiala, Michael Olise, Aleksandar Pavlovic, Harry Kane
Substitutes: Bara Sapoko Ndiaye, Lennart Karl, Tom Bischof, Nathaniel Brown, Jonas Urbig, Ismael Saibari, Kim Min-Jae, Hiroki Ito, Serge Gnabry
Union Berlin Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Frederik Rønnow, Christopher Trimmel, Felix Uduokhai, Leopold Querfeld, Tom Rothe, Rani Khedira, Janik Haberer, Michel Aebischer, Woo-yeong Jeong, András Schäfer, Emmanuel Latte Lath
Substitutes: Aljoscha Kemlein, Zeno Van den Bosch, Marin Ljubicic, Livan Burcu, Kastriot Imeri, Derrick Köhn, Matheo Raab, Tim Skarke, Robert Skov
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin Immediate Reaction
Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich take to the field in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer starting between the posts behind a defensive line consisting of Josip Stanisic, Jonathan Tah, Dayot Upamecano, and Alphonso Davies. Aleksandar Pavlovic partners Joshua Kimmich in the double pivot, providing the platform for Michael Olise, Jamal Musiala, and Luis Díaz to support striker Harry Kane in attack.
Union Berlin
Union Berlin also align in a 4-2-3-1 shape, with Frederik Rønnow guarding the goal behind a back four made up of Christopher Trimmel, Leopold Querfeld, Felix Uduokhai, and Tom Rothe. Rani Khedira and Michel Aebischer sit in deep midfield, while Janik Haberer, András Schäfer, and Woo-yeong Jeong form the supporting line behind lone forward Emmanuel Latte Lath.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin Reactive Bet Builder
The featured bet builder for this fixture focuses on Bayern Munich's attacking output, backing Harry Kane to score anytime and Harry Kane to have over 2.5 shots. In addition, the wager backs Bayern Munich to win over 7.5 corners and for the match to feature over 3.5 total goals.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Bayern Munich enter this match as strong favourites, with their confirmed starting lineup boasting overwhelming creative and finishing quality. With Harry Kane leading the attack and supported by Jamal Musiala, Michael Olise, and Luis Díaz, the hosts should establish control early on and create ample scoring opportunities against Union Berlin.
Score Prediction: 4-1
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