Highlights
D. Siebert
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Full-time: Wolfsburg 2-3 Bayern
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Full-time
90'
+ 4
Kane counting down
Kane waltzes through on the left, sees there are no openings and heads towards the corner with the ball to work the clock a little.
90'
+ 1
Time added on
There will be five minutes tacked onto the end of the game.
90'
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
89'
Tomás denied
Tiago Tomás draws a super stop from Neuer, but the Wolfsburg man was in an offside position.
87'
Pressure Handling
Pressure Handling
This Match Fact examines how successfully players perform under pressure. The percentage of "solved situations" indicates how often a player has freed himself from opponent pressure by dribbling, passing, scoring a goal or drawing a foul.
91%
%
Joshua Kimmich
11 times under pressure
86'
Gnabry form
Bayer lead through Gnabry's goal going into the closing stages. The forward has scored four goals in his last six Bundesliga games.
85'
Substitution
84'
Almost Svanberg!
With his last kick of the game, Svanberg connects with a cross from the left and volleys narrowly wide!
82'
Bayern lead again!
Superb work from Müller, who outmuscles his man and feeds Kane. Last season's Bundesliga top goalscorer spreads right for Gnabry, who rifles a shot into the corner. The Bayern end erupts.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
81'
Kamiński rescues Wolves
Coman's cross from the left is plucked out of the air by Kane, who controls and gets his shot away. Kamiński gets a toe on the ball, which sees it swerve wide.
81'
Substitution
79'
Majer injured
Wolfsburg's double goalscorer was on the floor being treated for a nasty bash to the eye. The Wolves take no chances and bring the Croatian off. Gerhardt is on.
78'
Substitution
76'
Coman for Olise
Kingsley Coman replaces Bayern's Bundesliga debutant Olise.
75'
Next goal wins it?
xGoals
The xGoals value of a club is calculated from the sum of all goal probabilities (goals and shots on goal) of that team. During a match, it’s easy to see whether the club is performing better than expected (goals > xGoals) - or maybe even higher (xGoals > goals).
xGoals
2
2.04
2.09
2
Goals
75'
Substitution
73'
Wolfsburg chances
Arnold lashes wide before Behrens gets in on the act, the sub lashing an effort away from the upright when allowed into position by some loose Bayern defending.
71'
Behrens on
Wolfsburg's January arrival from Union Berlin, Kevin Behrens, is on for Wimmer. Svanberg is subsequently booked for a shove on Kimmich.
71'
Substitution
70'
Musiala booked
Bayern's opening goalscorer goes into the book for upending Maxi Arnold.
69'
Outrageous Müller numbers
Thomas Müller is playing a Bayern club record 474th Bundesliga game for the Bavarian giants, while this is his 709th competitive game for the club, making him FC Bayern's all-time record appearance holder.
67'
Bayern level!
Thomas Müller comes on and is celebrating a Bayern goal straight away. Kimmich's cross towards the far post is met by Kane, who heads towards goal. The ball comes off Kamiński and drops into the net, with Müller sliding in to make sure.
65'
Substitution
Majer doubles
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61'
Fans bouncing
Grabara punches clear from Olise's corner right in front of the Wolfsburg fans, who let out a huge roar. The flags behind that goal are being waved with plenty of energy now.
60'
Win Probability
Win Probability
This Match Fact documents significant changes in the probability of victory for both teams during the course of the match. The value is based on actual match play and incorporates existing Match Facts such as Expected Goals, Skill and Set-Piece Dange
46'
4.1 %
55'
53.7 %
58'
Bayern hit crossbar
What a game this is, now. Olise finds Musiala, whose shot from an angle is tipped onto the crossbar by Grabara. Super save.
56'
Turnaround complete!
Wimmer presses Kim into giving up possession and waltzes forward. The Wolfsburg attacker gets into the area and unselfishly lays off for Majer, who slots home his second. Scenes at the Volkswagen Arena! Bayern are in trouble.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
50'
Wolfsburg hit the post!
It's suddenly end-to-end. Gnabry's curling shot is held by Grabara. The play sweeps back up the other end and Majer sends a low drive against the upright. That looked in all the way. Bayern escape.
48'
Boey: joy to despair
The Bayern full-back set up Jamal Musiala's opener but then conceded the penalty that led to Wolfsburg's equaliser. Boey was also booked for the latter offence.
47'
Wolfsburg are level
Lovro Majer sends Manuel Neuer the wrong way from the spot and Wolfsburg are on terms.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Shot speed
Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
46'
Kick-off: PENALTY
Tiago Tomás is upended by Boey inside the area straight from the off and Wolfsburg have a penalty!
Kick-off!
Half-time: Wolfsburg 0-1 Bayern
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Half-time
45'
Time added on
There will be three additional minutes to play in the first half.
41'
Gnabry off target
Kane's cross into the mixer is nodded into the path of Gnabry by Kilian Fischer. Gnabry's shot from the left is wayward.
38'
Gnabry shot
Bayern work the set piece to the back stick, where Gnabry hits a snap shot that Grabara saves easily enough.
38'
Ball Recovery Time
Ball Recovery Time
Ball Recovery Time gives the time in seconds in which it takes a team to win back the ball following a loss of possession. It also allows conclusions to be drawn about a team's style of play. Only time when the ball is in play is counted (i.e. no breaks in play such as for goal-kicks, throw-ins etc).
Boey involvement
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31'
Kane booked
Olise and Kamiński rise to head a cross. The ball appears to brush Kamiński's arm but nothing doing, says the ref. Harry Kane expresses his dissatisfaction, which leads to a yellow card.
30'
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
Bayern milestone
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23'
Neuer relief
Neuer tries to show off his playing skills but with Wimmer in close quarters, that doesn't look the best option. To Bayern's relief, Neuer just about gets a pass away.
22'
Musiala and Wolfsburg
Musiala has now scored six times in eight Bundesliga games against Wolfsburg, making the Wolves Musiala's favourite team to face.
21'
Bayern up and running
The Vincent Kompany era has well and truly begun. Kane chips a pass over to Boey, who takes on, and beats, Kamiński far too easily. Boey subsequently cuts a pass across for Musiala, who slams home from close in.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
17'
Wimmer hobbling
The Wolfsburg attacker goes flying and lands awkwardly after trying to challenge Davies. Wimmer eventually gets up and limps away.
Top contest
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13'
Grabara again!
The Wolfsburg goalkeeper is up and back into the action, pushing out Kimmich's close-range header.
11'
Kane has a go
Harry Kane takes advantage of a superb touch and pass by Olise. Last season's top scorer hammers a shot from the right which Grabara - who is wearing a face mask - saves with his head. The Polish custodian needs some treatment.
11'
Bayern in possession
Possession (%)
3169
10'
Gnabry effort
Wolfsburg struggle to clear their lines and Gnabry gains possession on the left before whacking towards goal from a tight angle. Grabara makes a flying, fisted save.
8'
Neuer alert
Kim plays a loose pass to Upamecano right under the nose of Neuer. Ridle Baku looks set to pounce but the Bayern goalkeeper reacts quickly to snuff out the danger.
5'
Kamiński threat
Jakub Kamiński is making a menace of himself in attack, with Bayern doing just enough to keep the Polish international at bay for now.
3'
Olise on the ball
Olise picks up possession and tries a chipped pass into the area. That one doesn't quite work for the new man and the ball bounces out of play.
1'
Bayern get us started
The game is underway in Wolfsburg ...
Kick-off!
Moment's silence
The players and fans are paying their respects to the recent victims of the attack in Solingen and the passing of Christoph Daum.
Teams out!
Both sets of players make their way out onto the pitch ....
Electric atmosphere!
The scarves are out, flags are waving. We're all set for a brand new season for Wolfsburg and Bayern! We are awaiting the appearance of the teams.
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Pitch looking 👌
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FC focused
0:26
Bayern warm-up
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Wolfsburg warm-up
Stage is set
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Grabara in focus for Wolves
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Boey all set
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Palhinha on the bench
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More on those teams
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Bayern starting XI
Neuer (c) - Boey, Kim, Upamecano, Davies - Kimmich, Pavlović - Gnabry, Musiala, Olise - Kane
Bayern subs
Ulreich, Guerreiro, Dier, Palhinha, Laimer, Goretzka, Müller, Coman, Tel
Wolfsburg starting XI
Grabara - Fischer, Bornauw, Zesiger - Baku, Svanberg, Arnold (c), Kamiński - Wimmer, Majer - Tiago Tomás
Wolfsburg subs
Müller, Cozza, Odogu, Gerhardt, Bröger, Dárdai, Wind, Behrens, Akaegbobi
Kompany on facing Wolfsburg
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Hasenhüttl on facing Bayern
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Probable line-ups
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1:30
Another friendly win
2:32
Watch: Neuer: "Kompany wants us to be dominant"
1:30
One to watch: Jonas Wind
2:38
Watch: Bayern Munich - Heavyweights on the Rebound
Kompany starts with a win
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Contrasting pre-season fortunes
There was some slight concern at Bayern after they started pre-season with a win and draw against lower league opposition, but they soon twice beat Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur to wipe away those fears and make it four wins and a draw out of five. Wolfsburg only won one out of their five games, but faced solid top-flight opposition in Brentford, Como and Lille.
Sweeping changes at Bayern, stability at Wolfsburg
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Previous meeting: Bayern 2-0 Wolfsburg
Bayern have Wolfsburg's number
This fixture has been played 54 times in the Bundesliga with Bayern winning 43 of those games and Wolfsburg just four. In fact, the Wolves haven't beaten Bayern since 2015, a whole 19 matches ago. The one hope for the hosts is that all four of those victories have come at the Volkswagen-Arena.
Wolves with a full summer of Hasenhüttl
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Bayern ready to recover?
Coming off the back of their first trophyless season in 12 years, record champions Bayern are ready to get off to a flying start against Wolfsburg after a strong pre-season campaign, and have plenty of new faces ready to make things click.
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