Overview
- Bayern have opened the season with 14 wins from 14 in all competitions, and Vincent Kompany confirmed Manuel Neuer will start in goal against Bayer 04.
- Kompany cautioned his players about Alejandro Grimaldo’s direct free kicks, calling for discipline to avoid dangerous set-piece situations.
- Hjulmand’s side have taken 16 of the last 18 Bundesliga points and the coach insists Bayern are beatable, with Leverkusen preparing to press high and play on the front foot.
- RB Leipzig, unbeaten since their 0:6 opening loss at Bayern, face third-placed Stuttgart in a match Ole Werner says could hinge on small moments, with a club-record 22 points after nine games within reach if they win.
- Stuttgart coach Sebastian Hoeneß praised Leipzig’s form and organization, with Dan-Axel Zagadou likely out due to adductor issues and Tiago Tomás a doubt.