Bayern Munich Set to Face Hamburger SV: Preview, Predictions, and Kompany's Hamburg Past
Bayern Munich, under the leadership of Vincent Kompany, will host Hamburger SV at the Allianz Arena on Saturday, September 13th, 2025. Having started the Bundesliga season strong with wins against RB Leipzig and Augsburg, Bayern aims to maintain their top position despite a potentially draining international break. The match is scheduled for 6:30pm local time (12:30pm EST) and will be available on ESPN DTC, ESPN Select, and other international streaming services.
Historical Context and Recent Form
Historically, the rivalry between Bayern and Hamburg was a defining feature of the Bundesliga in the 1980s. However, recent encounters have been heavily dominated by Bayern. In the last 10 matches, Bayern Munich has secured nine victories, scoring an impressive 38 goals while conceding only three. Hamburg's last victory against Bayern dates back to 2009. In fact, the last four meetings have been particularly one-sided affairs. This game marks Hamburg's return to the Allianz Arena after over six years.
Hamburg's Journey Back to the Bundesliga
Hamburger SV has spent the past seven seasons striving for promotion from the second division. Consistently finishing in the top four, they finally achieved promotion in the 2024/25 season. Their first Bundesliga game back after promotion was acceptable but, according to Rafael van der Vaart, former player for Hamburg, their game against St. Pauli was back at a second division level.
Odds and Predictions
Bookmakers heavily favor Bayern Munich, with odds at (-1670) compared to a draw (+1100) and a Hamburg victory (+2800). The predicted scoreline suggests a dominant Bayern performance. Expect goals from key players like Michael Olise, Harry Kane, and Luis Díaz, with Kane potentially scoring a brace. The match could also see a first Bundesliga goal for Lennart Karl and a quick brace from Nicolas Jackson.
Kompany's Hamburg Past and Motivation
Vincent Kompany's connection to Hamburger SV adds an intriguing layer to this fixture. Kompany played for Hamburg between 2006 and 2008, a period during which he learned German and established his reputation. However, his departure from Hamburg was marked by frustration. Kompany felt betrayed when he was prevented from representing Belgium at the Olympic Games in China. This incident led to his decision to leave the club and eventually join Manchester City. At a recent press conference Kompany said "I was so pissed!" about being recalled and benched.
Van der Vaart's Perspective
Rafael van der Vaart, who played for Hamburg from 2005-08 and 2012-15, expressed concerns about his former team's chances against Bayern. He suggests that "anything under five goals conceded" would be a positive outcome for HSV. Despite acknowledging Bayern's potential inconsistencies under Vincent Kompany, Van der Vaart remains skeptical about Hamburg's resilience. He recommended the team should simply enjoy and learn at the game.
Match Information
- Location: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany
- Date: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
- Time: 6:30pm local time (12:30pm EST)
- TV/streaming: ESPN DTC, ESPN Select, Find Your Country
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