Bayern Munich will wrap up its preseason schedule today with a friendly against FC Heidenheim, as the reigning Bundesliga champions look to build momentum ahead of the start of the 2026-27 campaign.

Under manager Vincent Kompany, Bayern has enjoyed an impressive preseason, winning each of its last four matches, including victories over FC Rottach-Egern, Jeju SK FC, Aston Villa, and most recently RB Leipzig, whom the Bavarian club defeated 3-1.

The squad has also received a significant boost with the return of several key players. Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Dayot Upamecano are back in action after extended breaks following the FIFA World Cup, giving Kompany nearly a full-strength roster as preparations enter their final stage.

Important Test Before the Supercup

The match carries added importance, as Bayern will face Borussia Dortmund just four days later in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup, where the club will compete for its first official trophy of the new season.

However, Kompany continues to monitor the fitness of several players. Konrad Laimer, Kim Min-jae, and Jamal Musiala remain concerns after Musiala required medical attention during Bayern's victory over RB Leipzig. The German international went down late in the match before being substituted as a precaution, with the club continuing to assess his condition.

Heidenheim Looking to Respond

FC Heidenheim enters the friendly after a mixed start to its campaign in Germany's second division. The club opened the season with an exciting 4-3 victory over VfL Osnabrück, but followed that performance with a 4-1 defeat to Hertha Berlin, leaving the team eager to regain confidence against one of Europe's top clubs.

Bayern Hold Historical Edge

History strongly favors Bayern Munich in this matchup. The German champions have won five of the seven meetingsbetween the two clubs, while Heidenheim has recorded just one victory. The remaining encounter ended in a draw—their most recent meeting.

Games between Bayern and Heidenheim have also been entertaining, producing an average of 5.71 goals per match, highlighting the attacking nature of previous encounters.

Expected Lineups

Bayern Munich:
Urbig; Stanisic, Tah, Ito, Davies; Kimmich, Bischof; Mike, Saibari, Brown; Kane.

FC Heidenheim:
Feller; Mhamdi, Siersleben, Mainka, Fohrenbach; Costly, Honsak, Pieringer, Beck, Schöppner; Zivzivadze.