Bayern Munich welcome Augsburg to the Allianz Arena for a Bundesliga clash on Friday evening. The Bavarian giants enter the match following a narrow 1-0 away victory over St. Pauli last weekend, while the visitors come into this fixture after a goalless draw at home against Hoffenheim. This regional derby sees the defending champions looking to maintain their strong home record against their neighbours from just 80 kilometres down the road.
Where and how to watch Bayern Munich vs FC Augsburg live
Bayern vs Augsburg will be shown live on Sky Sports Mix in the UK. Fans can also follow the action through the bet365 platform with a valid account and appropriate subscription.
Preview and analysis of Bayern Munich vs FC Augsburg with predictions
Bayern look overwhelming favorites as they prepare to host local rivals Augsburg in this Bavarian derby. The bookies have given the German champions a whopping 80% chance of victory at the Allianz Arena, with the visitors given just a 6% shot at causing what would be a massive upset. The draw is rated at around 14%. The odds tell a similar story, with Bayern priced up at a very short 1.12 with bet365, reflecting their expected dominance. Augsburg are massive underdogs at 15/1, while anyone fancying the teams to cancel each other out can get generous odds of 10/1 on the draw. The numbers suggest this should be a comfortable day at the office for the Bavarian giants.
Bayern Munich Summary of Recent Matches
The Bavarian giants have been in imperious form of late, displaying their characteristic dominance across all competitions. Bayern have strung together an impressive run of five consecutive victories, including comprehensive wins against Union Berlin and Benfica on home soil. Their attacking prowess has been particularly noteworthy, with the lads banging in 14 goals in their last five matches whilst maintaining a rock-solid defence with four clean sheets on the bounce. However, it's worth noting that their last European away day wasn't quite up to scratch, suffering a proper hammering at the hands of Barcelona in a 4-1 defeat at the Nou Camp. But the German champions have bounced back brilliantly since then, particularly impressive on their travels with a 5-0 thrashing of Bochum and a commanding 4-0 victory at Mainz in the DFB Pokal. Their most recent away trip saw them grind out a professional 1-0 win at St. Pauli, showing they can do the business even when not at their sparkling best.
FC Augsburg Recent Trends
Augsburg's recent away form has been a mixed bag, with the Bavarian outfit showing both resilience and vulnerability on their travels. Their latest road trip saw them secure a creditable 1-1 draw at the Volkswagen Arena against Wolfsburg, displaying good defensive organisation and the ability to compete away from home. However, prior to that, they suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat at the hands of Freiburg, where their defensive frailties were exposed. The Fuggerstädter have managed to find the back of the net in their last two away fixtures in the Bundesliga, suggesting they can pose an attacking threat on their travels. However, their overall away record indicates they're still working to find consistency on the road, with just one point from their last two away league matches. Their defensive record away from home remains a concern, having shipped four goals in these fixtures, though the recent draw at Wolfsburg might signal an improvement in their resilience away from the WWK Arena.
Bayern Munich vs FC Augsburg head-to-head matches
Bayern Munich have largely dominated their head-to-head encounters with FC Augsburg, winning eight of their eleven meetings. The Bavarian giants have been particularly impressive at the Allianz Arena, claiming five victories on home soil, while also showing their class on the road with three away wins. Their most recent clash saw Bayern edge a five-goal thriller, securing a 3-2 victory at the WWK Arena in January 2024. Augsburg have found it tough going against their more illustrious neighbours, managing just two wins from their eleven encounters, both coming at their home ground. The Fuggerstädter have yet to taste victory at the Allianz Arena, highlighting the significant challenge they face when travelling to Munich. With just one draw between the sides, these matches have typically produced a winner, though Augsburg's occasional ability to upset the odds at home shows they can't be taken lightly, despite Bayern's clear superiority in this fixture.
Ranking: Bayern Munich vs FC Augsburg
Bayern Munich currently sit top of the table in first place, while their Bavarian neighbours Augsburg find themselves in 13th position. The gap between the two sides reflects their contrasting fortunes this season, with Bayern occupying their familiar spot at the summit while the Fuggerstädter remain in the bottom half, though with a reasonable cushion above the relegation places.
