Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Lineups, Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Match Summary

Der Klassiker lands at the Allianz Arena with top spot on the line, as log leaders Bayern Munich host second-placed Borussia Dortmund with nothing separating the pair on points.

Bayern sit top only on goal difference, and with Harry Kane making his first home appearance since being crowned Ballon d'Or winner, the home side have the headline act.

Dortmund have matched Bayern point for point so far, and Niko Kovač's side bring a back line that has made a habit of shutting opponents out.

History leans heavily one way, though: Bayern have avoided defeat 16 times across their last 17 meetings with Borussia Dortmund in all competitions.

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Form

Bayern are flying. Vincent Kompany's men are unbeaten in their first 14 games in all competitions this season, and they hammered Magdeburg in the DFB-Pokal on Wednesday with Kane rested. Across their last 8 Bundesliga matches, they have been winning at both half time and full time on 6 occasions, with Michael Olise leading the league in goal contributions.

Dortmund have built this push on steel. They are undefeated in their last 9 Bundesliga matches. They have also shut the opposition out 6 times across their last 8 Bundesliga outings, with Nico Schlotterbeck and Waldemar Anton anchoring a stubborn back three. Narrow wins over Sabah and Eintracht Frankfurt, then a DFB-Pokal triumph over Werder Bremen, show they can grind on more than one front.

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

The big news on the Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund lineups front is that Harry Kane, rested on Wednesday, will start. Aleksandar Pavlović was only fit enough for the bench against Magdeburg in midweek but steps back into the engine room, while Alphonso Davies and Dayot Upamecano are set to return at the back. Jamal Musiala is doubtful and Luis Díaz is injured.

Borussia Dortmund

Emre Can and Giannis Konstantelias are out injured, while Ramy Bensebaini and M. Kaba are doubtful. Konstantinos Karetsas has an outside shot at making the squad, and Daniel Svensson and Marcel Sabitzer could be recalled for the trip to the Allianz Arena.

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 meetings between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga.
• There have been 12+ shots on target in 4 of Bayern Munich's last 4 matches in the Bundesliga.
• Harry Kane has attempted 4+ shots in 4 of his last 5 appearances in the Bundesliga.
• Nico Schlotterbeck has made 4+ tackles in 4 of his last 5 appearances against Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.
• Julian Ryerson has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 4 appearances against Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction & Best Bets

Our prediction: Bayern Munich 3-1 Borussia Dortmund. That is our Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund prediction, and it rests on a home attack that finishes clinically and gets down the wings as well as anyone in the league. The projections give Bayern a 70.75% win probability, but Dortmund's counter-attacking threat and Bayern's soft spot at stopping opponents creating openings make a goal for the away side a fair shout.

Best Bets

Bayern Munich to win (Win Market) First up among the Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund best bets is the cornerstone of the whole argument. Bayern are top of the log with Kane and Olise both firing, and Dortmund's clean-sheet habit has not yet faced an attack this direct, so the home side get the nod even if it won't be a big price.

Over 3.5 match goals Our 3-1 prediction points to a high-scoring game, which supports this selection, and this fixture rarely plays out quietly. Bayern have seen over 2.5 goals 13 times across their last 15 meetings with Borussia Dortmund in all competitions, and with both sides happy to control the game in the opposition's half, space should open up at both ends.

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Bet Builder

These Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund bet builder tips lean fully into the home attack, pairing two Michael Olise shooting legs with Bayern team lines for goals and corners.

Michael Olise Over 0.5 Player Shots On Target is first up. The winger has recorded 1+ shots on target in 7 of his last 7 Bundesliga appearances.

Michael Olise Over 2.5 Player Shots follows naturally. He has attempted 3+ shots in 5 of his last 5 Bundesliga appearances, and Bayern love attacking down the right.

Bayern Munich Over 1.5 Total Home Goals backs the home side's firepower. Bayern have found the net at least twice in 3 out of 3 Bundesliga meetings with Borussia Dortmund.

Bayern Munich Over 7.5 Total Home Corners rounds it off. The line has landed in 6 of Bayern's last 7 matches, and a side that lives down the wings wins plenty of flag kicks.

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Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Talking Points

The headline battle is Michael Olise against Daniel Svensson on Dortmund's left, because if Bayern's right side gets on top, the whole contest tilts their way. Harry Kane against Nico Schlotterbeck is the other key duel, with an aggressive Dortmund back line tested by a striker who will start after being rested in midweek. Underneath it all sits a clash of identities. Kompany's Bayern have scored 25 league goals so far. Kovač's Dortmund have conceded just four. Jamal Musiala's fitness is the subplot for the home side, while Julian Ryerson's knack of hurting Bayern gives the away side a genuine outlet on the break.

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions FAQs

When is the Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund German Bundesliga game?

The match is on Saturday 31 October 2026 with kick-off at 19:30 SAST.

Where is Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund being played?

The match is being played at the Allianz Arena.

Which formation is Bayern Munich expected to use against Borussia Dortmund?

Bayern Munich are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Harry Kane as the centre forward and Michael Olise on the right of midfield.

Which Borussia Dortmund players are injured or doubtful for the match?

Emre Can and Giannis Konstantelias are listed as injured. Ramy Bensebaini, Konstantinos Karetsas and M. Kaba are listed as doubtful.

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