Wolfsburg vs Bayern Munich Predictions

Wolfsburg vs Bayern Munich Predictions, Betting Tips and Match Previews. Can Bayern Munich pick up a win in Vincent Kompany’s first Bundesliga game in charge? Read on for our free predictions and betting tips.

Bundesliga | Aug 25, 2024 at 2.30pm UK at VOLKSWAGEN ARENA

Wolfsburg vs Bayern Munich Predictions

Can Kompany’s Bayern Munich Overcome Their Defensive Woes Against Wolfsburg?

• Bayern Munich scored an average of 2.8 goals per game in the 2023-24 Bundesliga season.
• Wolfsburg have scored in their last four home games against Bayern Munich.
• Bayern conceded in their final 14 away games of the 2023-24 season across all competitions.

Best Bet

Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich will kick off their Bundesliga campaign with a challenging away fixture against Wolfsburg at the Volkswagen Arena. This opening encounter of the 2024-25 season will be Kompany’s first true test in the league after Bayern narrowly missed out on the title last season, finishing third behind Bayer Leverkusen. Wolfsburg, on the other hand, will be hoping for a marked improvement after a disappointing 12th-place finish last term, under their new manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. Both teams are eager to start the season positively, with contrasting ambitions setting the stage for an intriguing clash.

Bayern Munich are heavily favoured to secure victory in this opening fixture, but the betting angle that stands out most involves both teams finding the back of the net. Wolfsburg’s recent history and current squad depth suggest they will likely struggle to keep a clean sheet against Bayern’s potent attack, led by Harry Kane, who was the Bundesliga’s top scorer last season with 36 goals. However, Wolfsburg have shown an ability to score against Bayern in their home encounters, having found the net in their last four meetings at the Volkswagen Arena.

Bayern’s defensive vulnerabilities were apparent last season as they conceded 45 goals, their highest tally since the mid-90s. Despite their strong offensive performance, averaging 2.8 goals per game, their backline has been a concern, with significant defensive changes this summer. The departure of key defenders like Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt has left gaps that new recruits like Joao Palhinha and Michael Olise will need time to fill. Given these defensive uncertainties, Wolfsburg, despite their own struggles last season, could exploit any early-season rustiness in Bayern’s backline, especially with the creative talents of players like Patrick Wimmer and Lovro Majer.

Wolfsburg, though not prolific, managed 41 goals last season and showed glimpses of attacking quality in their recent DFB-Pokal victory against Koblenz. With a home crowd behind them and Bayern still finding their feet under Kompany, the hosts are likely to capitalise on any defensive lapses. This makes both teams to score a solid inclusion in this betting tip.

BettingTips4You.com expert Wolfgang Shotten summarises this viewpoint: “While Bayern’s firepower should see them through, their defensive frailties can’t be ignored. Expect Wolfsburg to at least make a mark on the scoresheet, even as Bayern march to victory. The combination of an away win and both teams scoring offers excellent value.”

Correct Score Prediction: Wolfsburg 1-3 Bayern Munich

In line with the analysis that both teams will score, a 3-1 victory for Bayern Munich appears the most plausible outcome. Bayern’s superior quality, especially in attack, is likely to overwhelm Wolfsburg, but the hosts have enough in their ranks to find a goal, particularly given Bayern’s recent defensive record. Wolfsburg’s struggles last season, coupled with Bayern’s strong scoring record, support this scoreline as a realistic prediction.

Wolfsburg’s last campaign saw them conceding an average of 1.6 goals per game, which aligns with the idea that Bayern could easily score multiple goals. However, the hosts’ tendency to find the net against stronger opponents suggests they could avoid a total whitewash, making the 1-3 prediction a balanced reflection of both sides’ strengths and weaknesses.

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