Bayern Munich vs Hamburger SV – Match preview and team news | OneFootball

Bayern Munich and Hamburger SV face off in a Bundesliga clash on Saturday at the Allianz Arena.

The reigning champions will look to maintain their perfect start to the season, while newly-promoted Hamburger seek their first victory since returning to the top flight.

Bayern Munich vs Hamburger SV – Match Preview and Team News

Bayern Munich Team News

New signing Luis Diaz has settled well, with the Colombian already making an immediate impact following his move from Liverpool. Nicolas Jackson could also debut this weekend after his deadline day arrival from Chelsea.

On the injury front, Jamal Musiala is still sidelined after suffering a broken fibula during the FIFA Club World Cup in July, with his return expected in November. Left-back Alphonso Davies continues his recovery from a cruciate ligament injury sustained in March, and is also targeting a November comeback.

Central defender Hiroki Ito is unavailable due to a metatarsal fracture picked up during pre-season, while young midfielder Tom Bischof underwent emergency appendix surgery and will miss the match..

Hamburger SV Team News

Merlin Polzin’s side has been busy in the transfer market, completing late signings from Arsenal. Portuguese playmaker Fabio Vieira joined on loan and is expected to make his Bundesliga debut, with the player expressing his determination:

“Bayern is one of the best teams in the world. Everyone knows how strong Bayern are. It will be a very difficult game for us. We will fight and want to take something from there”.

Belgian midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga also arrived from the Gunners. Defender Giorgi Gocholeishvili is suspended following his red card in the Hamburg derby against St. Pauli. Injuries to Hannes Hermann and Immanuel Pherai further limit Polzin’s options.

Form

Bayern Munich: WWWW

Vincent Kompany’s side has maintained a flawless record this season, winning all four matches across competitions. They began with a commanding 6-0 victory over RB Leipzig before defeating Wehen Wiesbaden 3-2 and Augsburg 3-2. The Bavarians also claimed the German Super Cup with a 2-1 win over VfB Stuttgart.

Their attacking prowess has been evident, with Harry Kane and Michael Olise leading the charge. Kane has netted three goals in two Bundesliga appearances, while new arrival Diaz has contributed two goals and two assists.

Hamburger SV: WDL

The Red Shorts are still seeking their first Bundesliga win since returning to the top flight. They opened with a creditable 0-0 draw at Borussia Mönchengladbach but suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat to city rivals St. Pauli in the Hamburg derby. This setback highlighted the challenges facing the newly-promoted side as they adapt to Bundesliga football.

Coach Polzin acknowledged the team’s ongoing development: “We’d worked on a few things during pre-season but also that it’s still a work in progress. That will continue, both in terms of our ideas on the pitch, as well as the dynamics within the team”.

Predicted Lineups

Bayern Munich: Neuer; Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Stanisic; Kimmich, Goretzka; Olise, Gnabry, Diaz; Kane.

Hamburger SV: Heuer Fernandes; Omari, Elfadli, Torunarigha; Mikelbrencis, Remberg, Capaldo, Muheim; Vieira, Dompé; Königsdörffer.

How to Watch Bayern Munich vs Hamburger SV?

UK fans can watch the match on Sky Sports Football.

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