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Bayern Munich's quest for the Bundesliga title continues on Friday, when they welcome Union Berlin to Allianz Arena.
The Bavarians find themselves in the unusual position of fourth in the Bundesliga after three matchweeks, though they still have seven points, while their opponents are third last in 16th with just one point
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin key stats
- Bayern Munich have conceded in four of their five domestic games this season.
- Bayern have scored four or more goals in three of their last five games.
- Lennart Karl has one assist in 166 minutes of action for Bayern this season.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin preview: Stumbling champions?
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin — Tale of the Tape
| Bayern Munich | vs | Union Berlin |
|---|---|---|
| 4th | Position | 16th |
| 7 | Points | 1 |
| 7 | Goals For | 4 |
| 2 | Goals Against | 10 |
| 1 | Clean Sheets | 0 |
| 6th | Home / Away Rank | 15th |
Bayern were fortunate to escape Elversberg with three points on September 13, with the club only winning 2-1 thanks to Harry Kane's 72nd-minute winner.
It would be wrong to suggest that Vincent Kompany's side have been poor so far in 2026-27, but they have undoubtedly been below their best, with six teams scoring more goals in the league (seven).
The reality of the Bundesliga is such that even a slow start to the season still will not prevent Bayern from winning the title, so the true quality of the team will likely be seen as the campaign progresses.
Bayern Munich have averaged 6.7 shots on target per game this season in the Bundesliga.
Bayern have played six games this term, and while their displays have not always been particularly strong, they have still managed to win five matches.
Kompany has a full roster to choose from, though there is no reason to deviate from his tried and tested frontline of Kane, Luis Diaz, Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala.
Union arrive at Allianz Arena having lost their second Bundesliga fixture of the season, losing 3-1 to newly-promoted Schalke on September 11.
Boss Mauro Lustrinelli spoke out ahead of Friday's game and admitted his players do not yet have the right attitude towards defending, and few could argue against him considering his side have conceded 10 goals in their three league games.
Union Berlin have averaged six shots on target per game in the Bundesliga this season.
The visitors will naturally be fearing the worst on Friday given they have lost their last five games when playing away to Bayern.
Union forwards Oliver Burke (Achilles) and Andrej Ilic (appendectomy) are both ruled out, so perhaps Emmanuel Latte Lath will have to lead the line.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin form guide & betting tips
| BAY | vs | UNI |
|---|---|---|
WDW |
Form | DLL |
| 7 | Points | 1 |
| N/A | Form Table | N/A |
| 7 | Goals For | 4 |
| 2 | Goals Against | 10 |
WWDWW |
Form (All Comps) | WDLL |
Whispers predicts: Bayern Munich 4-1 Union Berlin
Despite a slightly sluggish start, Bayern are understandably backed by the bookmakers at 1/16 (1.06).
Bayern have scored four or more goals in three of their last five games, making a prediction of Over 3.5 Goals for Bayern Munich at 8/13 (1.62) a smart bet.
Bayern Munich have conceded in four of their five domestic games this season, so backing Both Teams to Score at 10/11 (1.91) would be sensible.
Should Bayern assert their dominance, it would not be surprising if youngster Lennart Karl was given minutes on the pitch, and there could be value in predicting Lennart Karl to Assist at 7/4 (2.75).
> Over 3.5 Goals for Bayern Munich at 8/13 (1.62) | Likelihood: Probable
> Both Teams to Score at 10/11 (1.91) | Likelihood: Possible
> Lennart Karl to Assist at 7/4 (2.75) | Likelihood: Possible