Bayern Munich vs Auckland City Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction

Key Players To Watch

Kingsley Coman: Coman is exceptionally fast, which allows him to outrun defenders and create scoring opportunities. His speed is one of his most significant assets. He is highly skilled in dribbling, often using quick footwork and agility to navigate through tight spaces and past opponents. Coman's ambition to always be better than his opponent drives him to constantly push forward and make a difference in the attacking third. 

Dayot Upamecano: Upamecano's blend of aggression, speed, and technical skills makes him a standout defender in modern football. The Frenchman is comfortable with the ball at his feet and excels at launching long, accurate passes to initiate attacks while also being capable of carrying the ball forward himself. His remarkable speed allows him to recover swiftly if he is caught out of position, making him a reliable defender even in high-risk situations. 

Jamal Musiala: Musiala's combination of technical skills, creativity, and tactical awareness makes him one of the most exciting young talents in world football. The German is exceptional at dribbling, using his quick feet and agility to navigate through tight spaces and past defenders. His ability to change direction swiftly makes him a constant threat in one-on-one situations. Despite his young age, Musiala shows remarkable composure in front of goal. He can calmly finish chances, whether it's a powerful shot or a delicate placement. 

Bayern Munich Team News

Speculation over Kim Min-Jae's Bayern Munich future continues to swirl following a disappointing, injury-riddled season with the German champions. The 28-year-old centre-back is currently sidelined indefinitely with persistent Achilles tendon problems and is expected to miss the Club World Cup. Thomas Muller could decide on his next move after the FIFA Club World Cup, as the Bayern legend rejects two MLS clubs despite opting for a move to the USA. Leroy Sane, who is on the transfer list of many clubs as he remains in talks over a contract extension, is working on a deal with Tottenham, according to his agent. Jonathan Tah, a former Leverkusen defender, has become Bayern's second signing of the summer after teenage midfielder Tom Bischof from Hoffenheim. 

Key Players To Watch

Myer Bevan: Striker Myer Bevan is a rare New Zealand international in this squad, albeit the most recent of his six caps came seven years ago. After a stint with Cavalry FC in the Canadian Premier League, with whom he won the Golden Boot, he returned for a third spell at his hometown club last year. To date, Bevan has scored 34 goals in 45 appearances for the Navy Blues.

Angus Kilkolly: If it's Auckland City goal scorers you're after, Angus Kilkolly might just be your man. Since joining the club in 2021, he has scored 65 goals in 122 appearances, making him the club's third-highest scorer of all time, behind only current teammate Ryan De Vries (89) and legend Emiliano Tade (138). He is an artist on and off the field, given that Kilkolly is also a project manager for a painting company.

Mario Ilich: Ilich is an excellent runner with the ball. He uses his strength and close ball control to navigate his way through the field. His enthusiasm brings a different energy to City’s midfield when he is on the pitch, and his tactical awareness in reading the game and making interceptions while launching counterattacks makes him an important figure for the team.

Auckland City Team News

City are well into their season and enter this tournament with their current squad. There has been no transfer talk or any rumours of the Kiwis looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the tournament, which could be a positive factor, as team chemistry, cohesion, and confidence have already been evident in the current squad, potentially aiding in achieving positive results against tough opposition.

Both Halves Over 1.5: The quality attackers that will be on display are likely to provide goals. 73/100 (1.73) with 1Win.

Goal Interval – Bayern Munich To Score From 16-30 Minutes: Bayern will go on the attack from the first whistle, which will provide scoring opportunities early on in the game. 4/5 (1.8) with 1xBet.

Highest Scoring Half – Second Half: Bayern’s squad depth will allow them to be dominant and score goals as the game progresses. Get on at 93/100 (1.93) with Stake.

Last Team to Score (Auckland City): Bayern could take their foot off the gas, which could provide Auckland an opportunity to find the back of the net. 36/5 (8.20) with N1Bet.

Correct Score (5-1): Auckland are not used to facing this level of opponent which could result in a difficult afternoon. 13/1 (14) with BetWinner.

Goal Range (4-5): Bayern Munich certainly have a reputation for being a dominant force, especially with their strong attacking lineup. 7/4 (2.75) with Betway