Overview

• Bayern confirmed on July 15 that it will host Olympique Lyon at the Allianz Arena on August 2 as part of its preseason schedule.
• Lyon remained in Ligue 1 after winning an appeal against a DNCG-enforced relegation due to financial breaches.
• Former Bayern midfielder Corentin Tolisso could feature in the friendly if he remains on Lyon’s roster despite ongoing transfer interest.
• The Lyon match will be followed by friendlies against Tottenham Hotspur on August 7 and Grasshopper Club Zürich on August 12.
• These fixtures will help Bayern sharpen match fitness ahead of the Supercup on August 16 and the Bundesliga season start on August 22.