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Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany has been overseeing training in Munich this week, albeit with a much-depleted first-team pool. - © IMAGO/Philippe Ruiz

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Wehen Wiesbaden vs. Bayern Munich: Pre-season friendly build-up and LIVE blog

24.07.2026

Bayern Munich kick off their first pre-season friendly of 2026/27 away to third-division side Wehen Wiesbaden on Saturday 25 July as they gear up for the new campaign (kick-off 3.30pm CEST).

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Who are Wiesbaden?

Located approximately 40 kilometres (25 miles) from Frankfurt in the west of Germany, Wiesbaden finished eighth in the country's third division last season, some 17 points off the promotion play-off spot. Head coach Daniel Scherning has been in charge since November 2025.

Which Bayern stars could feature?

A total of 17 first-team members are absent due to extended holiday or injury recovery - with the likes of Lennart Karl and Serge Gnabry falling into the latter category. However, Tom Bischof (pictured) and Arijon Ibrahimović have been training all week and are likely to appear, alongside a mixture of youth and reserve players.

Where will the match be played?

The match will take place in Wiesbaden on Saturday 25 July at 3.30pm CEST. It forms part of the third-division club's 100th anniversary celebrations .

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Watch: Bayern return to training after the summer break

Shaking off the cobwebs

Bayern began pre-season training on Monday 20 July, albeit with a considerably reduced first-team pool. Head coach Vincent Kompany oversaw things at the club's Säbener Straße training complex, but the majority of his stars are still on holiday following their exertions at the FIFA World Cup 2026.