Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund prediction, lineups, odds and bet builder tips. Our betting angles for Saturday's big Bundesliga clash in Munich.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Match Summary
Competition | German Bundesliga, 2026/2027 season |
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Match Date | Saturday 31 October 2026 |
Match Time | 17:30 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Munich, Allianz Arena |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | Sky Fußball Bundesliga (DE) |
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund is first against second in the Bundesliga, with the division's only two unbeaten sides locked together on 17 points.
Bayern have scored 18 goals in their first three home league games. Vincent Kompany's side are unbeaten in their first 14 games in all competitions this season.
Dortmund arrive unbeaten in their last nine Bundesliga matches. They have also conceded a league-low four goals, so this is Bayern's attack against the meanest defence in the division.
History leans one way. Bayern are undefeated in 16 of the last 17 matches against Borussia Dortmund in all competitions, and a home win sends them clear at the top.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Form
Bayern warmed up by hammering Magdeburg 6-1 in the DFB-Pokal on Wednesday. Back in the Bundesliga, they have been ahead at both half time and full time in 6 of the past 8 outings, with Harry Kane and Michael Olise leading an attack that rarely switches off.
Dortmund are in fine fettle too, following narrow wins over Sabah and Eintracht Frankfurt with a DFB-Pokal triumph against Werder Bremen in midweek. Six clean sheets from their most recent eight league games in the Bundesliga tell the story, with Nico Schlotterbeck at the heart of a stubborn back three.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Bayern Munich: Luis Díaz (Injured/out), Jamal Musiala (Injured/doubtful)
Borussia Dortmund: Emre Can (Injured/out), Giannis Konstantelias (Injured/out), Ramy Bensebaini (Injured/doubtful), Konstantinos Karetsas (Injured/doubtful), M. Kaba (Injured/doubtful)
Bayern Munich
Aleksandar Pavlović was only fit enough for the bench against Magdeburg in midweek but will start here, while Alphonso Davies and Dayot Upamecano return at the back. Harry Kane was rested on Wednesday and comes straight back in. Luis Díaz is out and Jamal Musiala is a doubt.
Borussia Dortmund
Konstantinos Karetsas has an outside shot at making the squad, while Daniel Svensson and Marcel Sabitzer could be recalled for the trip to the Allianz Arena. Emre Can and Giannis Konstantelias are out, with Ramy Bensebaini and M. Kaba also doubts. The Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund lineups below are probable XIs rather than confirmed teams.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Predicted Lineup
Bayern Munich
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Manuel Neuer; Konrad Laimer, Dayot Upamecano, Jonathan Tah, Alphonso Davies; Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlović; Michael Olise, Ismael Saibari, Serge Gnabry; Harry Kane
Borussia Dortmund
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Gregor Kobel; Waldemar Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck, Joane Gadou; Julian Ryerson, Felix Nmecha, Jobe Bellingham, Daniel Svensson; Marcel Sabitzer, Maximilian Beier; Serhou Guirassy
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Key Stats & Match Facts
There have been 4+ goals scored in 7 of the last 10 Bundesliga meetings between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.
Bayern Munich have had 14+ shots in 7 out of 7 Bundesliga matches against Borussia Dortmund.
Harry Kane has scored in 2 of his last 3 Bundesliga appearances against Borussia Dortmund.
Julian Ryerson has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 4 Bundesliga appearances against Bayern Munich.
Nico Schlotterbeck has made 4+ tackles in 4 of his last 5 Bundesliga appearances against Bayern Munich.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Bayern Munich 3-1 Borussia Dortmund. Bayern are 4/11 with 10Bet for good reason, because that home attack is the sharpest weapon on show, but Dortmund carry enough on the break to make sure the visitors' defensive record takes a dent. Both of the Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund best bets below follow that script of a home win with goals at both ends.
Best Bets
Both Teams To Score: Yes. Bayern are expected to score plenty, and Dortmund have enough attacking threat to get one back. Both teams have scored in each of the last 4 Bundesliga meetings between these sides. Bayern games are rarely quiet either, with 39 of Bayern's last 42 Bundesliga games producing over 2.5 goals.
Maximilian Beier to score at any time, in the Anytime Goalscorer market. He is expected to start up front for Dortmund as a threat on the counter. Beier sits just behind Serhou Guirassy in the probable XI, and counter attacks are one of Dortmund's main strengths. Bayern's weakest area is stopping opponents from getting shots away, so the price undersells a forward who will get his moments running in behind.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Bet Builder
For Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund bet builder tips, we lean on the home attack, pairing two Michael Olise shooting legs with Bayern goals and Bayern corners.
Michael Olise Over 0.5 Player Shots On Target: Olise has recorded 1+ shots on target in 7 of his last 7 Bundesliga appearances, and he starts on the right of the probable front line.
Michael Olise Over 2.5 Player Shots: Olise has attempted 3+ shots in 5 of his last 5 Bundesliga appearances. Bayern camp in the opposition half, so he will see plenty of the ball.
Over 1.5 Total Home Goals (Bayern Munich): Bayern Munich have scored 2+ goals in 3 out of 3 Bundesliga matches against Borussia Dortmund. Their most recent five Bundesliga games have all brought 17+ shots, too.
Over 7.5 Total Home Corners (Bayern Munich): This leg has landed in 6 of the last 7 matches, and a side that attacks down the wings and takes long shots tends to pile up corners.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 3/1 and is as short as 14/5 elsewhere.
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Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Talking Points
The big story off the pitch is in the home dugout, with assistant coach Aaron Danks directing Bayern from the touchline as Vincent Kompany is sidelined by illness. It matters less than it sounds, because this Bayern side play on autopilot in possession. Niko Kovac has said Dortmund must play at their absolute highest level to stifle Bayern's attack, and that is the crux of it. Dortmund are good at coming back from losing positions, but chasing this Bayern side at the Allianz Arena is a messy business. Our Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund prediction stays firmly with the hosts.
Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions FAQs
When does Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund kick off?
The match is on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 17:30 UK time. It is a Bundesliga fixture.
Where is Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund being played?
The match is being played at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
What competition is Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund in?
The match is in the Bundesliga, in the 2026/2027 season.
Who is in goal for Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund?
Manuel Neuer is the probable goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, and Gregor Kobel is the probable goalkeeper for Borussia Dortmund. The probable formations are 4-2-3-1 for Bayern Munich and 3-4-2-1 for Borussia Dortmund.
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