Bayern Munich vs Auckland City: Club World Cup 2025 Preview

Bayern Munich kicks off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a showdown against Auckland City in Cincinnati. As the German giants aim for more silverware, let’s dive into the predicted lineup, team news, and match preview for this exciting clash.

Team News and Preview

Bayern Munich enters the tournament after reclaiming the Bundesliga crown in the 2024-25 season with a commanding 82 points, 13 points ahead of their closest rivals. Vincent Kompany’s side is expected to rotate their lineup for the opener, considering the recent Nations League finals’ involvement of key players.

Predicted Lineup

Bayern Munich: Neuer; Laimer, Stanišić, Tah, Guerreiro; Kimmich, Pavlović, Olise, Müller, Gnabry; Kane.

Player to Watch

Thomas Müller will be a player to watch as he bids farewell to Bayern Munich after the tournament. With 751 appearances and 34 major trophies under his belt, Müller’s impact on the pitch will be crucial for Bayern’s success.

Match Details

Date: Sunday, June 15th, 2025

Time: 16:00 UTC

Stadium: TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, USA

Group: Group C

Live Updates and More

Stay tuned for live updates, match stats, player ratings, and insights on this highly-anticipated clash between Bayern Munich and Auckland City. Don’t miss the action and follow along for all the latest news on this exciting Club World Cup encounter.