Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich will continue their title defence when they take a trip to Hoffenheim on Saturday at the PreZero Arena in the German Bundesliga.
The Kraichgauers have started the season with three wins and one loss, placing them in sixth position. They got back to winning ways after the international break with a 4-2 win over Union Berlin.
The Bavarians, meanwhile, have enjoyed a perfect start to their campaign with three wins in a row, placing them at the top of the table. They extended their winning run with a 3-1 win over Chelsea in their first UEFA Champions League match of the season.
Read our Hoffenheim vs Bayern predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Bundesliga predictions.
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Hoffenheim vs Bayern prediction: Bayern to win comfortably
Key statistics
- Each of their last three meetings has produced more than 3.5 goals.
- Bayern have won three of their last meetings against Hoffenheim.
- Both teams have played BTTS in three of their last five encounters.
Correct score prediction: Hoffenheim 1-3 Bayern
The Reds will look to continue their strong start to the season and we are predicting a 3-1 victory for the visitors. The away side are in excellent form, winning their first three game and scoring three or more goals.
The host, on the other hand, have had an average start to the season, with two wins in three games. Stopping Bayern could be a major challenge for them, but we can’t write them off in this game, as they could pull a shocker against the Bavarians. This match gives Bayern a strong opportunity to secure another convincing win and maintain their momentum.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Bayern given winning odds
- Home: 11/2 (6.50) – 15.4%
- Draw: 17/4 (5.25) – 19.0%
- Away: 2/5 (1.40) – 71.4%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Bayern Munich are overwhelming favourites at 1.40 (71.4%), showing the bookmakers’ strong confidence in an away victory. A draw is priced at 5.25 (19.0%), while Hoffenheim are considered the weaker team at 6.50 (15.4%), underlining the difficulty of their task against one of the league’s most dominant teams.
Most recent head-to-head: Bayern clear in history
Vincent Kompany’s team has had the upper hand against Christian Ilzer’s team in recent years. In their last six games, Bayern have won four times, drawn once and lost only once. The most recent meeting was in May 2025, when Bayern won 4-0.
This fixture often produces goals, as four of the last five matches have finished with more than 2.5 goals. The record shows Bayern’s clear advantage and also suggests that fans could see another high-scoring game.
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Hoffenheim preview: Four players expected to miss the game
Ilzer has a few injury worries to deal with before the match, with Valentino Gendrey sidelined with an ankle injury, while forward Adam Hlozek is out with a foot injury and defender Koki Machida is unavailable with a knee injury.
Predicted lineup: Baumann (GK), Hranac, Coufal, Bernardo, Hajdari, Burger, Avdullahu, Asllani, Lemperle, Kramaric & Toure
Last five fixtures
- 13.09.25 – Union Berlin 2 – 4 Hoffenheim
- 30.08.25 – Hoffenheim 1 – 3 Eintracht Frankfurt
- 23.08.25 – Bayer Leverkusen 1 – 2 Hoffenheim
- 16.08.25 – Hansa Rostock 0 – 4 Hoffenheim
- 09.08.25 – Hoffenheim 8 – 0 Metz
Bayern preview: Important players out
Kompany has some selection problems to deal with based on some injuries in the team. Jamal Musiala is out with a broken calf bone and defender Alphonso Davies will miss the game because of a knee injury. Hiroki Ito is also unavailable as he recovers from a foot injury and Raphael Guerreiro is out, with an abdominal strain.
Predicted lineup: Neuer (GK), Stanisic, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer, Kimmich, Pavlovic, Gnabry, Díaz, Kane & Olise
Last five fixtures
- 17.09.25 – Bayern Munich 3 – 1 Chelsea
- 13.09.25 – Bayern Munich 5 – 0 Hamburger SV
- 30.08.25 – Augsburg 2 – 3 Bayern Munich
- 27.08.25 – Wehen 2 – 3 Bayern Munich
- 22.08.25 – Bayern Munich 6 – 0 RB Leipzig
Player to watch: Harry Kane
One player who will attract plenty of attention in this match is Bayern striker Harry Kane. He has been in outstanding form and continues to be the main attacking threat for the team.
In his last five games, the striker has contributed with nine goals and three assists, with his influence being the major reason behind Bayern’s strong attacking performances. Kane’s current form shows just how important he is to Bayern’s success.