Super Saturdays are back as the new season starts this weekend. What better way to kick it off other than a German heavyweight fight between a rejuvenated Bayern side against the current cup winners Leipzig, who are hungry for more trophies!
Die Roten Bullen’s DFB-Pokal triumph gave them a taste of long waited success, as the opportunity arise to pick up where they left off last season. On the other hand, Bayern went on a shopping spree after losing their talisman striker Lewandowski, putting more pressure on Nagelsmann to deliver.
Bayern Munich Vs RB Leipzig – DFL Supercup Final. Who will claim the first piece of silverware this season? Will it be 3 in a row for Bayern or the 1st ever for Leipzig?
Die Roten
Everyone is talking about the work that Hasan Salihamidžić and Bayern are doing at the moment, especially after all the controversy surrounding Lewa’s situation and Gnabry’s contract talks. The Bavarians wasted no time in the transfer market after securing talented & experienced players that are more than capable of filling in the Polish’s shoes. However, they are still missing a real number 9, even after the signing of the French youngster Mathys Tel. Will Nagelsmann be able to figure things out fast enough tactically? This could be a “make or break” season for him, especially after the disappointing exit against Villareal last season. Julian is a highly regarded, young German coach, but we all know that in a big club like Bayern, mistakes are very limited!
Die Roten Bullen
After the arrival of Tedesco, Leipzig seem to have found its rhythm again, having lost only five of his 30 managerial fixtures with Leipzig across all competitions (W18, D7). In addition, no side had picked up more points than Leipzig (36) in the second half of last season, an impressive run that saw them crowned DFB-Pokal champions after defeating Freiburg on penalties. Do they have what it takes to prevent Bayern from becoming the first-ever German side to win 10+ DFL Supercup titles? Despite losing some key players in the past, and the uncertainty of their midfield player Laimer, Leipzig can still count on the services of their superstar Nkunku, who is more than capable of creating and scoring at any time on the field! Can he do it on his Final debut?
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Bayern Munich Vs RB Leipzig – DFL Supercup Final
Prediction
Bayern Munich Vs RB Leipzig – DFL Supercup Final – Leipzig will definitely use the home crowd and give everything they have, as they head into this game being the underdogs and more than capable of hurting this Bayern side. Nonetheless, Nagelsmann’s side has all the experience to keep their composure and secure the first piece of silverware this season. Despite losing Lewandowski, they have enough talents to make up for it.
It might be a bit tough to predict the final outcome, however, this fixture always produces a solid amount of goals, and that is what we are expecting this Saturday. For a higher odd, we’re backing both teams to score as well, considering the shape of both teams entering this final.
How about you? What’s your prediction? And what’s your impression heading towards the new season? Share with us your views in the comments below.
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