VfL Bochum vs Bayern Munich: Preview and Prediction
Introduction
The German giants Bayern Munich will travel to the Ruhrstadion to face VfL Bochum in a Bundesliga match on Saturday. The match is expected to be a one-sided affair, with Bayern Munich the heavy favourites to win.
Team News
VfL Bochum will be without the services of several key players for the match against Bayern Munich. Midfielder Anthony Losilla is suspended, while goalkeeper Manuel Riemann and defender Cristian Gamboa are both injured.
Bayern Munich also have a few injury concerns, with Alphonso Davies, Leon Goretzka, and Sadio Mane all doubts for the match. However, the German champions have a strong squad and should still be able to field a strong team.
Match Preview
VfL Bochum have had a difficult start to the season, losing four of their first five matches. They will be hoping to cause an upset against Bayern Munich, but they will need to play at their best to have any chance of winning.
Bayern Munich have been in impressive form this season, winning all five of their matches in all competitions. They will be confident of beating VfL Bochum, but they will need to be careful not to underestimate their opponents.
Prediction
Bayern Munich are the clear favourites to win the match. They have a much stronger squad than VfL Bochum and have been in better form this season.
However, VfL Bochum will be playing at home and will be desperate to cause an upset. They have a good record against Bayern Munich at the Ruhrstadion, winning two of their last three matches against the German champions.
Overall, Bayern Munich should be too strong for VfL Bochum, but the home side could cause an upset if they play at their best.
Betting Tips
- Bayern Munich to win: 1/4
- VfL Bochum to win: 10/1
- Draw: 5/1