The Matchday 3 clash in the Champions League 2025/26 between Bayern Munich (Germany) and Club Brugge (Belgium) will take place on October 22 at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Bayern vs. Club Brugge: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Bayern Munich
The Munich side had no trouble at the start of the main round, defeating Chelsea (3-1) and Pafos (5-1). As a result, Vincent Kompany's charges immediately broke into the top two most productive teams in the tournament. Moreover, the Germans' scoring streak in the Champions League has reached nine matches, with the club scoring at least twice in seven of those games. However, it's worth noting that Bayern has conceded in four consecutive Champions League matches. In the standings, the team is in first place.
- Both teams scored in 7 of Bayern's last 9 Champions League matches.
- At home in this European competition, the Germans have won 6 of their last 8 matches (1 draw, 1 loss).
- In 6 of their last 7 home games in the Champions League, Bayern has not conceded more than one goal.
Predicted lineup for Bayern Munich (4-5-1)
Manuel Neuer – Sacha Boey, Dayot Upamecano, Jonathan Tah, Konrad Laimer – Serge Gnabry, Michael Olise, Aleksandar Pavlovic, Joshua Kimmich, Luis Díaz – Harry Kane.
Defenders Josip Stanišić, Alphonso Davies, and Hiroki Ito, as well as midfielder Jamal Musiala, are injured.
Club Brugge
The Belgians suffered a 1-2 defeat away to Atalanta in the last round. This loss ended a five-match winning streak for the team in the Champions League. However, the club's scoring streak in this tournament has reached six matches. For the first time in their last four Champions League games, Nicky Hayen's charges conceded more than one goal. In the standings, Club Brugge is in 13th place. Additionally, the Belgians have won only 2 of their last 15 European matches against German teams.
- At least three goals have been scored in Club Brugge's last 5 Champions League matches.
- Away in this tournament, the team has a six-match uncompromising streak (3 wins, 3 losses).
- Club Brugge has scored in 9 of their last 10 away matches in the Champions League.
Predicted lineup for Club Brugge (4-3-3)
Nordin Jackers – Kyran Sabbe, Joel Ordonez, Brandon Mechele, Bjorn Meijer – Aleksandar Stankovic, Hans Vanaken, Sem Audoor – Carlos Forbs, Nicolo Tresoldi, Christos Tzolis.
Goalkeeper Simon Mignolet and midfielders Ludovit Reis, Raphael Onyedika will not play due to injuries.
Referee
Donatas Rumšas (Lithuania)
Matches – 6 (International matches, 2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 18;
Average yellow cards per match – 3;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 33%.
Bayern Munich vs. Club Brugge: Match Prediction
The Munich side is unstoppable in every tournament, showcasing remarkable scoring prowess. This season, Vincent Kompany's charges have not scored less than two goals, and in their last six Champions League matches, the Germans have netted a total of 16 goals. With such attacking figures, Bayern pays little attention to their regular defensive errors. The team has conceded in 9 of their last 11 Champions League matches, keeping a clean sheet twice against Bayer.
The Belgians are showing similar results. In the current tournament, the team exchanged goals with both opponents, with at least three goals scored in 10 of Club Brugge's last 11 Champions League games. Even away, the club is not shy to attack, scoring in 9 of their last 10 matches in this European competition. However, during this stretch, Nicky Hayen's charges have kept a clean sheet only twice. With such a defense, they won't withstand Bayern.
My prediction: Both teams to score and Total over 2.5 – yes
