Champions League 25/26: Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Match Preview, Schedule & Lineups
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea live
🔍 Match Preview
A European classic returns as Bayern Munich hosts Chelsea at the Allianz Arena in the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 group stage. Bayern’s attacking power will clash with Chelsea’s defensive discipline and youthful creativity.
Bayern, under Vincent Kompany, aim to dominate possession and rely on Harry Kane's clinical finishing. Chelsea, unbeaten in Europe this season, will look to frustrate the hosts and strike on the counter with their pacey wingers.
📅 Match Schedule
- Fixture: Bayern Munich vs Chelsea
- Competition: UEFA Champions League 2025/26, Group Stage
- Date & Time: Wednesday, 17 September 2025 — 20:00 BST
- Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich
⚽ Team News & Updates
Bayern Munich:
- Harry Kane leads the line, supported by Jamal Musiala and Leroy Sané.
- Joshua Kimmich expected to anchor the midfield.
- Matthijs de Ligt pushing for inclusion after minor recovery.
Chelsea:
- Cole Palmer doubtful with groin injury.
- Levi Colwill ruled out long-term.
- Mykhailo Mudryk suspended.
- Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo vital in midfield.
🧰 Predicted Lineups
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1):
GK: Manuel Neuer
DEF: Noussair Mazraoui, Matthijs de Ligt, Dayot Upamecano, Alphonso Davies
MID: Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka
AM: Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry
ST: Harry Kane
Chelsea (4-2-3-1):
GK: Robert Sánchez
DEF: Malo Gusto, Trevoh Chalobah, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Cucurella
MID: Moisés Caicedo, Enzo Fernández
AM: Pedro Neto, Estêvão, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens
ST: João Pedro
📊 Key Stats
- Bayern are unbeaten at home in the Champions League since 2022.
- Chelsea have kept clean sheets in 3 of their last 4 UCL away games.
- Historic meetings: Bayern eliminated Chelsea in 2019/20 Round of 16, but Chelsea won the 2012 Champions League Final.
🎯 Prediction
Bayern’s attacking depth and home advantage give them the edge, though Chelsea’s youthful flair could keep the match competitive.
Predicted Score: Bayern Munich 2–1 Chelsea
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