Klassiker returns: BVB v Bayern, title race wide open | OneFootball

Finally, it’s that time again: the Klassiker is just around the corner! On Saturday evening (kick-off 6:30 p.m.) Borussia Dortmund face FC Bayern at Munich’s Allianz Arena – which means pure tradition, tempo, and title tension. While Bayern want to extend their impressive winning streak, BVB are hoping to make the title race truly exciting again.

After two years in which Bayer Leverkusen primarily challenged the record champions, Dortmund are back in the hunt for the Bundesliga crown. With a win in the top clash, Niko Kovac’s team could close to within a point of FCB – a scenario that would inject fresh fuel into the title fight. Bayern, on the other hand, want to build on their flawless record and send another statement with a seventh win in seven games.

Strong BVB with Kovac energy – Bayern on record pace

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BVB travel into the clash of the giants with a tailwind. Under Niko Kovac, Borussia Dortmund have stabilized and made noticeable tactical progress. The former Bayern coach, who worked on Säbener Straße from 2018 to 2019, has instilled defensive compactness, tactical discipline, and a clear game structure in his new team.

After a turbulent start to the season with the 3–3 at FC St. Pauli, Dortmund recently showed enormous consistency. In the following five matches, BVB conceded just one goal – in the 1–1 against Leipzig on matchday six. Across seasons, the Black and Yellows are now unbeaten in 14 Bundesliga matches.

But while Dortmund convince defensively, FC Bayern are presenting themselves in outstanding early-season form. Vincent Kompany’s team have dominated the league at will so far and collected the maximum points haul. Six games, six wins, 18 points – it doesn’t get better. The new coach has managed to restore balance at Bayern: strong on the ball, disciplined, and once again with that winning mentality that was sometimes missing recently. The top clash is ideal for placing Bundesliga bets.

One key to this is undoubtedly Harry Kane. The English superstar was recently named “Player of the Month” and leads the Bundesliga scoring chart with eleven goals after six matchdays. Particularly impressive: in September alone he scored seven goals – no other player scored more than three. Kane also set a new record with 18 converted Bundesliga penalties in a row.

A Klassiker with a signal effect for the title race

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For Harry Kane and FC Bayern, the Klassiker is more than just a top match – it’s a statement. The Englishman recently hinted that he feels very comfortable in Munich and can imagine a longer future. For now, though, only the here and now counts: the duel against Dortmund is the next hurdle on the road to defending the title.

For Borussia Dortmund, meanwhile, the top match is a true benchmark. If they manage to beat the Munich side, it would not only be a prestigious success but also a clear signal to the competition: BVB are back – and ready to challenge for the championship.

Either way, this duel has the potential to set the course for the rest of the season. When the two giants of German football meet on Saturday evening, the focus won’t just be on the Klassiker – but on the question of who sets the standard this season.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.