Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund reflect on rivalry ahead of Der Klassiker

As Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund prepare to face each other on October 31, both teams remain unbeaten in the Bundesliga, sitting level on 17 points but separated by goal difference. The rivalry has evolved from intense confrontations in the early 2000s, marked by significant on-field hostility, to a global spectacle recognized for its branding and high-profile players. The match represents a continuation of their historical rivalry, which peaked during a competitive phase under Jürgen Klopp at Dortmund and subsequent dominance by Bayern. The upcoming encounter at the Allianz Arena promises another chapter in this storied rivalry.

• 9:19 AMYahoo Sports — FEATURE | From fierce rivalry to global spectacle: How Der Klassiker has evolved since the early 2000s