Bayern München – Borussia Dortmund

Recent form · Written before the match

Dortmund are unbeaten in the Bundesliga after six matches: 2-0 wins against Hamburg, 3-2 at Hoffenheim, 3-0 against Paderborn and 1-0 at Stuttgart, followed by 2-2 and 0-0 draws against Werder and at Union Berlin, respectively, according to the Bundesliga page. Bayern and Dortmund each had 14 points after six matches on October 23, with Bayern first on goal difference.

Bayern’s complete run is not officially established here. The exact rest period remains uncertain, as Dortmund play on October 24, Bayern on October 25, and Bayern must also play a cup match on October 28.

Head-to-head · Written before the match

The Bundesliga page mentions Bayern’s 2-1 victory over Dortmund in the Supercup, played in Dortmund on August 22, 2026. This precedent does not concern the Bundesliga, and its prédictive power is limited by the different context as well as possible changes in squads and game plans.

The previous season’s Bundesliga meetings are not listed here with complete dates and scores.

Absences and returns

Luis Díaz is currently ruled out after a minor muscle tear in the back of his left thigh sustained against Arsenal on 21 October; Bayern announced it on 22 October. Jamal Musiala was still working toward his return on 8 October, with no return date or confirmed start.

Vincent Kompany was placed under medical observation on 23 October after feeling unwell during reserve-team training, with the staff expected to oversee first-team activities until further notice. Bayern’s complete list of injured and suspended players, as well as Dortmund’s medical situation, are unconfirmed.

Context & news

Bayern may look to control the match at home and benefit from potentially more favorable preparation, while Díaz’s absence likely removes an option for penetration and transition. Conversely, Dortmund may withstand the initial press before attacking the space behind Bayern’s full-backs, but their two recent draws also show imperfect conversion of favorable opportunities.

The goalkeepers, box defending, set pieces and comparative pressing remain unknown due to a lack of verified, consistent data.

Lineups and squad

Bundesliga match, matchday 8, on October 31, 2026 at 17:30 UTC, i.e. 18:30 in Germany, at the Allianz Arena; Bayern are indeed the home team. No starting XI or starting goalkeeper has been confirmed. The time and venue are confirmed.