26 August 2021, 19:51 | 28 August 2021, 15:29
German Bundesliga fixture, F.C. Bayern Munich vs. Hertha Berlin kicks off at 17:30 (GMT+1) on Saturday, August 28 at the Allianz Arena.
Preview FC Bayern München Bundesliga, Aug 28, 2021
Preview The German champions ripped Bremer SV to shreds in Wednesday's 12-0 DFB-Pokal victory at the Weserstadion. Last weekend, they picked up a hard-fought 3-2 win over FC Koln at the Allianz Arena. After a sleepy first half, both sides walked off the pitch without a goal at the break. Looking to invigorate the team with some youthful enthusiasm, Julian Nagelsmann introduced Jamal Musiala and Josip Stanisic right after the break. Four minutes later, a mazy run from the second-half substitute, Jamal Musiala gave the waiting Robert Lewandowski a fine opportunity for a simple tap in. Later, a fantastic finish by Gnabry (59') saw Bayern double the lead. However, Anthony Modeste (60') halved the deficit for Koln after a thumping header which had Neuer beaten in goal. Two minutes later, Bayern's lead slipped away after a half-volley from Mark Uth (62') found its way into the net. However, Serge Gnabry (71') returned for the brace to wrap up the three points for Bayern Munich. The victory leaves the champions in 4th place and with 4 points after two games: 1W, 1D & 0L. Leroy Sane has failed to replicate the form which earned him a permanent shirt in the starting line-up. On Saturday he could be starting from the bench while Jamal Musiala gets the nod for the left-wing. - Hence, forcing the versatile forward, Gnabry to the right. Mueller is expected to keep his place behind Lewandowski in the 4—2—3—1 formation.
Preview Hertha BSC Bundesliga, Aug 28, 2021
Preview Left without a point, Hertha Berlin remains rooted to the bottom of the Bundesliga table in 18th place after two games: 0W, 0D & 2L. Kevin-Prince Boateng's return to the Olympiastadion, - for the first time since 2007 ended in a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Wolfsburg. The Old Lady picked up the lead after Dodi Lukebakio (60' P.) converted from the penalty spot. However, Ridle Baku's (74') strike late into the second half levelled the scoreline for Wolfsburg. Second-half substitute, Lukas Nmecha (88') grabbed a late goal for Wolfsburg to condemn Berlin to their second defeat of the season. A victory over the champions appears to be impossible, but a point could signal a turn-around for Pál Dárdai's side. An attacking 4—3—3 formation is expected from the 45-year-old coach. Dilrosun, Selke, and Dodi Lukébakio could be playing together upfront once again. An ankle fracture keeps the Pole, Krzysztof Piatek out. Meanwhile, centre-back Márton Dárdai remains doubtful for this fixture alongside Kevin-Prince Boateng.