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Bayern Munich aims to defend DFB Cup title against VfL Osnabrück

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Bayern Munich aims to defend DFB Cup title against VfL Osnabrück

Summary

Bayern Munich begins its defense of the DFB Cup on Wednesday night against VfL Osnabrück at 20:45 CEST. Having secured the cup last season with a 3-0 win over VfB Stuttgart, Bayern looks to extend its 30-match winning streak in opening rounds since 1994. The team's history with Osnabrück includes previous tight encounters, but Bayern has been dominant overall. Harry Kane is expected to play a key role after scoring 10 goals last season.

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By the Numbers

•Bayern has won its last 30 DFB Cup opening matches since 1994.
•Osnabrück previously defeated Bayern in the 1978/79 round of 16.
•Bayern is unbeaten in their last 32 away games in domestic competitions.
•Kane scored 10 goals in the previous DFB Cup season.
•The match is set for Wednesday at 20:45 CEST.

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With the 3-0 victory against VfB Stuttgart in May’s final at the Berlin Olympiastadion, FC Bayern ended a drought and finally brought the DFB Cup back to Munich after six years. Vincent Kompany’s...
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