Overview
- Bayern have won all nine Bundesliga matches for 27 points, holding a five-point lead over RB Leipzig.
- The leaders visit Union Berlin on Saturday seeking to extend a perfect start after a midweek victory over Paris Saint-Germain.
- Leipzig have taken 22 of 24 points since a 6-0 opening defeat and travel to Hoffenheim, with previews forecasting a Leipzig win.
- CEO Johann Plenge credited the squad's rapid cohesion under new coach Ole Werner following a summer of major turnover.
- Eighteen-year-old Yan Diomande has produced two goals and three assists in his last two outings, while Werder loanee Victor Boniface is still settling after an early assist on debut.