Verdict: Bayern Munich win & Under 4.5 goals
Best Odds: 5/6
Bookmaker: Luckster
Potentially looking to climb to the top of the Bundesliga table, Bayern Munich will welcome Borussia Monchengladbach to the Allianz Arena.
Bayern Munich
Starting with the hosts, while Bayern Munich might have slumped to a shock 1-0 loss at home against Werder Bremen on January 21st, Thomas Tuchel’s men have come roaring back. Last seen putting in an action-packed performance as they claimed a 3-2 victory away at Augsburg, the former Chelsea boss is calling for his superstar squad to find some crucial stability. Nevertheless, although the German giants might face a real battle in their bid to make even more Bundesliga history in 2024, Bayern sit just two points adrift of Bayer Leverkusen and top spot. Breezing their way to the Champions League knockout stage and tipped as a genuine European contender this season, Tuchel’s side will be excited by their most recent meeting against Saturday’s guests. Landing a late 2-1 win when they travelled to Borussia-Park back on September 2nd, Tuchel will be calling on a repeat performance here.
Team News
Still away with South Korea at this month’s Asia Cup, Bayern Munich will once again be without defensive talisman Min-Jae Kim on Saturday afternoon. Likewise, all still dealing with respective injury issues, the likes of Serge Gnabry, Konrad Laimer, Dayot Upamecano and Gabriel Marusic will not feature here.
Missing out last week after sustaining a shoulder injury, Bayern are still sweating over the fitness of midfield ace Joshua Kimmich. Breaking a string of records since completing a £100million move from Tottenham last summer and already notching 23 Bundesliga strikes, England skipper Harry Kane will spearhead Tuchel’s attack.
Borussia Monchengladbach
As for the visitors, while Borussia Monchengladbach might have marked their return from Germany’s festive break with a stellar 3-1 victory against Stuttgart, the Foals have continued to struggle with their consistency this season. Almost sat in Bundesliga limbo, Gerardo Seoane’s side have recorded just a single win from any of their previous six top-flight appearances – a run that stems back to December 2nd. Signing off 2023 with a 2-1 loss away at Eintracht Frankfurt, Gladbach have certainly gained a reputation for their glaring issues on the road. Including a 3-1 drumming against Union Berlin last month, Seoane’s men have collected just a pair of points from any of their last six Bundesliga showdowns away from Borussia-Park. Hit with that 2-1 defeat when they welcomed Munich to town on September 2nd, Die Fohlen are rightfully tipped as a landslide underdog on Saturday afternoon.
Team News
Still away with Japan at this month’s Asia Cup, Borussia Monchengladbach will once again be without 27-year-old Ko Itakura on Saturday afternoon. Likewise, all still dealing with respective long-term injury issues, Seoane’s men will travel to Munich without the likes of Hannes Wolf, Tomas Cvancara and Jonas Omlin.
Missing out against Bayer Leverkusen last weekend, Gladbach are hopeful that leading marksman Alassane Plea will be able to make a full return this weekend. The Foals could also welcome former Leeds defender Maximilian Wober back to Seoane’s travelling squad here.
Key Factors to Consider
- When Bayern Munich and Borussia Monchengladbach met for their reverse Bundesliga showdown on September 2nd, Tuchel’s side collected a 2-1 victory.
- The defending Bundesliga champions have lost just a single domestic defeat at the Allianz since April of last year.
- Gladbach have registered just a single win from any of their previous six top-flight appearances.
- England skipper Harry Kane has bagged 23 strikes in his first 19 Bundesliga appearances this season.
- Saturday’s guests have collected just two points from their last six Bundesliga appearances away from Borussia-Park.
Conclusion
Moving within striking distance of reclaiming their spot at the top of the Bundesliga table, Bayern Munich will know the importance of making a statement of intent. Landing a 2-1 victory when they travelled to Borussia-Park for their reverse top-flight showdown back on September 2nd, the defending champions will be looking to cash in on a Borussia Monchengladbach squad that are in the midst of another domestic struggle. Collecting just a pair of points from any of their last six showdowns on the road, we are predicting a home victory here.
Verdict: Bayern Munich win & Under 4.5 goals
Best Odds: 5/6
Bookmaker: Luckster
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