The Bundesliga’s biggest showdown is here as Bayern Munich welcome Borussia Dortmund to the Allianz Arena on Saturday night for the season’s first Der Klassiker. The champions have made a flawless start to the campaign, while Dortmund arrive quietly confident after tightening up defensively under Niko Kovac.
Bayern have been untouchable so far, winning all 10 matches in all competitions and setting a new record for their best-ever start to a Bundesliga season. Vincent Kompany’s side have scored 25 goals in their opening six league games and are currently on an eight-game Bundesliga winning streak. Their attacking dominance has been powered by relentless pressing and efficiency in front of goal, with four or more goals scored in seven of their last eight domestic outings.
| Bets | Moneyline | Moneyline |
| Full Time Result | Bayern Munich: -295, Borussia Dortmund: +675 | Draw: +475 |
| Draw No Bet | Bayern Munich: -900 | Borussia Dortmund: +475 |
| Total Goals | Over 3.5: -125 | Under 3.5: -110 |
| Bayern Munich to Win and Both Teams to Score | Yes: +125 | No: +170 |
| Borussia Dortmund to Win and Both Teams to Score | Yes: +875 | No: +1400 |
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Kompany’s side are also playing with a ruthless edge in Europe, as seen in their 5–1 thrashing of Pafos and 3–1 victory over Chelsea in the Champions League. With confidence flowing through the camp and home advantage on their side, Bayern will be eager to avenge their recent struggles against Dortmund. Notably, Bayern have gone three games without a win in this fixture.
Dortmund have also enjoyed a solid start and are sitting four points behind the leaders with four wins from six. Their defensive structure has improved significantly, with only four goals conceded and four clean sheets. Niko Kovac’s tactical discipline has turned Dortmund into a compact, hard-to-break unit capable of grinding out results. Importantly, Dortmund have had Bayern’s number lately. They are unbeaten in the last three Der Klassiker meetings, including a stunning 2–0 win at the Allianz Arena in March 2024.
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Both Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund enter this Klassiker in prolific form, making the over 3.5 goals line an attractive pick. Bayern have scored 16 goals in their last four matches. Dortmund, meanwhile, have also been productive in attack, netting 11 goals across their last four fixtures. With both teams boasting attacking depth and momentum, another high-scoring encounter looks very likely here.
Luis Diaz has started hot in the league (5 goals, 4 assists in 6 Bundesliga matches) for a Bayern side that’s been outstanding. There should be space and scoring opportunities for Bayern’s wide men in transition. With Kane occupying center-backs and creating overloads, Diaz’s cut-inside runs and accurate shots give him a strong chance to find the net here.
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Bayern’s relentless scoring power and depth make them favorites heading into this clash. Dortmund’s compact defense may frustrate them early, but with the form of Michael Olise, Serge Gnabry, Luis Diaz and Harry Kane, the Bavarians are likely to find their breakthrough. Expect a fierce, high-quality contest, but Bayern’s home advantage and firepower could ultimately prove decisive.
Final Prediction: Bayern Munich 3-2 Borussia Dortmund
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