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Bayern Munich faces RB Leipzig in Telekom Cup amid transfer history

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Bayern Munich faces RB Leipzig in Telekom Cup amid transfer history
Summary

Bayern Munich is playing RB Leipzig in the Telekom Cup on August 14, 2026, as part of a friendly match connected to transfer agreements between the two clubs. This friendly stems from Julian Nagelsmann's transfer from RB Leipzig to Bayern in 2021, with €3 million still owed to Leipzig, part of which will be covered by the match proceeds. A second friendly is also planned related to Max Eberl's transfer from Leipzig to Munich in 2024. If the match ends in a draw, a penalty shootout will determine the winner.

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  • •Match between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig takes place on August 14, 2026.
  • •Game proceeds help settle outstanding transfer fees owed by Bayern Munich.
  • •A second friendly related to Max Eberl's transfer is planned for the future.
  • •If tied, the match will be decided by a penalty shootout.
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  • 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Remembering exactly why Bayern Munich is playing RB Leipzig in the Telekom Cup
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A Bavarian always pays his debts — FC Bayern owes RB Leipzig some games.

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