Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich: Tips, Odds, and Match Preview

Stuttgart are ready to participate in the German Super Cup for the second consecutive season, and their goal is clear here. They’re looking to avenge the penalty-shootout loss they suffered against Bayer Leverkusen 12 months ago. However, achieving that against Bayern Munich might be easier said than done. Die Roten are, once again, the team to beat in Germany, especially after the dismantling of Bayer Leverkusen and the lack of transfer activity from Borussia Dortmund.

As things stand now, Bayern Munich appear to be a massive odds-on favorite to win not only the Super Cup, but the Bundesliga as well. Vincent Kompany’s side have assembled an elite squad on both ends of the pitch, and there aren’t many teams in Germany that would be able to slow down an attacking line of Luis Díaz, Michael Olise and Harry Kane. Bayern’s attacking prowess alone should be enough to make them the favorites ahead of this clash.

Stuttgart aiming to pull a huge upset

Stuttgart’s intent is clear in the Super Cup. They’ll try to extend this game as long as possible, and if they can force a penalty shootout, that alone should be considered a win for the club. They don’t have the resources to slow down Bayern on a one-on-one basis, so limiting their damage would be the best scenario for them.

Stuttgart have the edge of playing in front of their fans in this contest, but that doesn’t necessarily mean success for them. That’s because the Swabians lost seven of their last ten home games (W3) to close out last season. Stuttgart are looking to open their season on a strong note, but after losing star playmaker Enzo Millot, it’s uncertain if they’ll have enough weapons to pull the upset against a mighty opponent such as Bayern.

Stuttgart Injury & Suspension News

Stuttgart will be without former Bayern youngster Angelo Stiller through injury. That will be the team’s lone absence ahead of this matchup.

Another chance for Kane to win a title with Bayern

Bayern Munich returned to their winning ways in the 2024-25 season when they won the Bundesliga title. Oddly enough, this was the first-ever title for Harry Kane, who joined the club two years ago from Tottenham Hotspur. The England striker hasn’t won too many titles with Bayern Munich, but this figures to be a golden chance to earn another piece of silverware.

Kane, who has netted 62 goals in 63 Bundesliga matches during his first two seasons at Bayern Munich, will be a key player for Bayern Munich, but the presence of Michael Olise could also be a huge factor. The French winger closed out the 2024-25 campaign by scoring and assisting in Bayern's last four domestic games. Including a goal on this ground in February, Kane has scored eight of his previous 11 club goals before half-time.

Bayern Munich Injury & Suspension News

Bayern Munich aren’t expected to miss several players, though two of their absences are key players who will sit this contest out due to injuries. That’s the case with Alphonso Davies and Jamal Musiala. Both players are likely to be sidelined for prolonged stretches and should be back in the mix in the near future.

Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich Prediction

There’s no question that Bayern Munich are clear favorites ahead of this matchup, and they should do everything in their power to lift another SuperCup title despite playing away from home. Stuttgart will probably make things hard for them, but Bayern should have enough quality to get past their challenge and open their 2025-26 campaign with the first piece of silverware available in the campaign.

CryptoGamba tip: Bayern Munich to win – 1.58 @BC.Game