

The 2025–26 season and Bayern Munich's defense of the Bundesliga championship will begin with an intriguing matchup versus RB Leipzig. Despite losing the unmatched Thomas Müller in the off-season, Bayern can still count on Manuel Neuer's extensive background and clout. Jonathan Tah, a former Bundesliga champion who has advanced to become one of the nation's top center backs following years of play at Hamburg and Bayer Leverkusen, joined Bayern this season and will be seen in action as well.
Joshua Kimmich continues to be the personification of the style that Kompany wants his team to play, even though newcomer Tom Bischof and young academy graduate Aleksandar Pavlović symbolize Bayern's midfield's long-term future. It is easy to take Harry Kane's clinical finishing for granted because it has been a consistent presence since he came in 2023. But last season, Michael Olise's arrival in the starting lineup provided Bayern with a new perspective. All eyes will be on the Allianz Arena for a matchup that might spark the season, with a number of up-and-coming players and established stars ready to make their impact.