Bayern Munich prepares for Bundesliga opener against VfB Stuttgart
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Bayern Munich will face VfB Stuttgart in their Bundesliga season opener on August 26, 2026. Coach Vincent Kompany is expected to make key decisions regarding the lineup, particularly at left-back, where Nathaniel Brown may start over Alphonso Davies. Bayern enters this match after defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the Supercup, while Stuttgart won their DFB-Pokal match 4-0 against Hansa Rostock. As the teams prepare, questions remain regarding Bayern's creative options and midfield balance.
- •Bayern Munich takes on VfB Stuttgart on August 26, 2026.
- •Nathaniel Brown could start at left-back instead of Alphonso Davies.
- •Bayern defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in their previous match.
- •Stuttgart won 4-0 against Hansa Rostock in the DFB-Pokal.
- •Jamal Musiala's absence raises questions about Bayern's creativity.
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