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Bayern Munich prepares for Leipzig with Neuer's status in question

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 8:27 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Bayern Munich prepares for Leipzig with Neuer's status in question

Summary

Bayern Munich is set to face RB Leipzig on Saturday, with coach Vincent Kompany uncertain about Manuel Neuer's availability. Neuer missed training on the previous day, but the decision will be made later today. Kompany emphasized the importance of this match in their busy schedule, acknowledging RB Leipzig's confidence and recent improvements. He expressed his team's hunger to perform well, stating they have created numerous scoring opportunities in recent matches. The squad, minus Jamal Musiala, is otherwise available for selection.

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By the Numbers

•Kompany confirmed Neuer did not train on Friday.
•Match against RB Leipzig takes place on Saturday.
•Bayern has created 50 shots on goal in last two games.
•The team is otherwise fit except for Jamal Musiala.
•Kompany aims for a strong performance at home.

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8:27 AMYahoo Sports — Kompany coy on Neuer's availablity as Bayern plan to "go all out" against Leipzig

What they're saying

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Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Manuel Neuer's availablity for Bayern Munich's meeting with RB Leipzig will go down to the wire. “Manu did not train yesterday. We have to wait for today and see....
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