Borussia Monchengladbach vs Bayern Munich Match Preview and Team News Update
On Saturday, October 25, Borussia Monchengladbach will face Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga at Borussia-Park. The match is scheduled to kick off at 2:30 PM BST.
Borussia Monchengladbach Team News
Borussia Monchengladbach is dealing with a significant injury crisis. Interim coach Eugen Polanski, who stepped in after Gerardo Seoane’s departure, will be without four essential players.
- Tim Kleindienst: Out due to a meniscus injury.
- Robin Hack: Recovering from knee surgery.
- Nathan Ngoumou: Expected to return in December after an Achilles tendon rupture.
- Shuto Machino: Doubtful due to illness.
Polanski remains optimistic, stating he has strong support from management and staff.
Bayern Munich Team News
Bayern Munich, under the guidance of Vincent Kompany, welcomes back two key players.
- Serge Gnabry: Returned from an adductor injury.
- Josip Stanisic: Fully fit after a medial collateral ligament injury.
Gnabry had previously missed matches against Borussia Dortmund and Club Brugge. The team will start Jonas Urbig in goal, as Manuel Neuer is suspended for the upcoming DFB-Pokal match. Jamal Musiala continues his recovery, aiming for a January return, while Alphonso Davies and Hiroki Ito are still sidelined.
Current Form
Borussia Monchengladbach’s Struggles
Borussia Monchengladbach is struggling significantly this season, yet to secure a victory in their first seven Bundesliga matches. They currently sit at the bottom of the table with only three points, having recorded three draws. The team has scored six goals but conceded 15.
Bayern Munich’s Dominance
Bayern Munich is having a remarkable season under Kompany, winning all 11 competitive matches in 2025-26. The team’s perfect start includes seven Bundesliga victories, scoring 27 goals and conceding just four. Star striker Harry Kane has been instrumental, netting 12 league goals and achieving his 400th career club goal recently.
Predicted Lineups
| Borussia Monchengladbach | Bayern Munich |
|---|---|
| Nicolas | Urbig |
| Scally, Elvedi, Diks, Netz | Boey, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer |
| Reitz, Engelhardt, Sander | Kimmich, Pavlovic |
| Honorat, Tabakovic, Castrop | Olise, Gnabry, Diaz, Kane |
How to Watch
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on Sky Sports Football. The game will also be available for streaming on the Sky Sports app and Sky Go for subscribers.
