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Bayern Munich prepares for Supercup against Borussia Dortmund this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:37 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Bayern Munich prepares for Supercup against Borussia Dortmund this weekend
Summary

Bayern Munich will face Borussia Dortmund in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup on August 21, 2026. Uli Hoeneß expressed his support for Jürgen Klopp's appointment as the German national team coach but raised concerns about Klopp's management style and perceived elevation to 'savior' status. The match comes as Bayern looks to regroup following a chaotic preseason, while Dortmund navigates its own injury issues. Both teams are expected to compete strongly, with Bayern favored due to its deeper roster.

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  • •Bayern meets Borussia Dortmund in the Supercup.
  • •Uli Hoeneß approves of Jürgen Klopp but advises caution.
  • •Bayern is coming off a chaotic preseason with injured players.
  • •Dortmund faces integration challenges with its roster changes.
  • •Match scheduled for August 21, 2026.
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  • 7:37 PMYahoo Sports — Weekend Warm-up: Bayern Munich’s Uli Hoeneß sees some issues with Jürgen Klopp’s takeover
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FC Bayern squares off with BVB in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup this weekend.

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