Overview

• Bayern host Club World Cup holder Chelsea on Wednesday at 21:00 CEST at the Allianz Arena, with DAZN broadcasting the match in Germany.
• Harry Kane says Bayern should aim for six wins, or five plus draws, to secure a top‑eight place after last season’s 12th‑place finish forced stressful play‑offs against Celtic.
• Coach Vincent Kompany points to strong early‑season form and home support as Bayern seek a confident start to the ligaphase.
• The ligaphase sends the top eight directly to the last 16, teams in 9–24 to play‑offs, and 25–36 out of Europe; Bayern’s slate includes Chelsea, PSG, Arsenal, Club Brugge, Union Saint‑Gilloise, Sporting CP, PSV and Paphos FC.
• UEFA will distribute about €2.467 billion this season, with €18.62 million guaranteed for entry and further win and placement bonuses, and Bayern president Herbert Hainer notes the club could earn up to roughly €100 million.