Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Bundesliga

Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli Preview

Tournament: Bundesliga

Date: Saturday, March 29

Kick-off time: 14:30 GMT

Venue: Allianz Arena

Bayern Munich are back in action as they take on promoted side St. Pauli in round 27 of the Bundesliga action at the iconic Allianz Arena. Both sides will aiming to return to winning ways after playing a draw in their last fixture.

Bayern Munich have performed admirably this season as they aim to reclaim the crown after missing out last time out. They are currently leading the charts having accumulated 62 points from the starting 26 matches. However, their last two matches haven't been great for them having suffered a defeat against Bochum and playing a 1-1 draw with Union Berlin in the last match. With Bayer Leverkusen also winning consistently, the lead at the top is six points for now which is no good as a loss or two can heat up the title race. Vincent Kompany will be pretty happy with the way his team is scoring goals and also conceding less as they lead both the departments with 75 goals scored and conceding only 24 goals in 26 matches. Harry Kane is their top scorer this season with 21 goals while summer signing Michael Olise providing the most assists (7).

St. Pauli on the other hand have endured a tough season thus far with the team languishing in the 15th position in the overall standings after match 26.

They are currently five points above the relegation having accumulated just 25 points from the starting matches. They have found life hard in the division after getting promoted with the amount of injuries they had also not helping them. The last two matches particularly have been good for them as they registered a 1-1 draw against Wolfsburg and securing a 1-0 win over Hoffenheim, their first clean-sheet in seven matches. Morgan Guilavogui is currently their top scorer with five goals with skipper Jackson Irvine providing the most assists (6).

Bayern Munich Team News

The Bavarians have a couple of injury concerns for this clash. Manuel Neuer has been a big miss for them in recent matches as he is suffering from a calf injury, with his return expected around mid-April.

Joining him on the sidelines are Alphonso Davies (knee), Kingsley Coman (ankle), Aleksandar Pavlovic (Mononucleosis), and Tarek Buchanan, the young German prodigy who is out with a shoulder injury. Harry Kane is expected to again lead the line after finding the net for England in both international fixtures.

St. Pauli Team News

St. Pauli have been plagued with injuries this season, which has played a crucial role in their performances, with several key players out injured. The long list of injuries includes Adam Dzwigala (calf), James Sand (broken leg), Karol Mets (tendon), Morgan Guilavogui (broken ankle), Sascha Burchert (groin), Siebe van der Heyden, and Simon Zoller (calf) are all ruled out due to injuries. A staggering number of injuries have hampered their progress this season.

Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli Predicted Lineups

Bayern Munich predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Urbig

Defenders: Stanisic, Upamecano, Dier, Ito

Midfielders: Goretzka, Kimmich

Attackers: Olise, Musiala, Gnabry; Kane

St. Pauli predicted lineup (3-4-2-1) :

Goalkeeper: Vasilj

Defenders: Nemeth, Wahl, Gendrey

Midfielders: Saliakas, Smith, Treu, Irvine

Attackers: Weisshaupt, Sinani, Saad

Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli H2H Record

Bayern Munich and St. Pauli have faced each other three times before this match with Bayern registering wins in all the occasions. Their most recent encounter ended in a 1-0 away victory to them.

Key players to watch in Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli

Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)

Harry Kane has been in scintillating form for Bayern Munich this season and was again on the scoresheet for England in both matches during the international break. He is currently leading the Golden Boot race with 21 goals, four goals ahead of Patrik Schick of Bayer Leverkusen. He has been Bavarian's go to man, having not only consistently found the nets but also set up chances for his teammates with six assists to his name. Known for his clinical finishing and calm and composed play, Kane will be hoping to get back on the scoresheet after failing to score in each of his last five matches in the league.

Jackson Irvine (St. Pauli)

The Australian international has been a reliable player for St. Pauli this season in the heart of midfield. Irvine, known for his work ethic and playmaking abilities has provided the most assists for them this term with six assists to his name. So far, he has created 28 chances for them, but he will have to improve his passing accuracy after maintaining a 71.7% this season, which is relatively poor for a midfielder despite doing all the hard work.

Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli Prediction

Bayern Munich have been performing impressively this season as they sit top of the table. With the players fit and firing, they are hot favourites to win the Bundesliga. St. Pauli, on their part have struggled this season and now face another tough task against a side who have defeated them in each of the previous encounters. We expect Bavarians to secure a dominating victory here, considering they will be playing at home where they have an impressive record.

Predicted Score: Bayern Munich 3-0 St. Pauli

Where to watch Bayern Munich Vs St. Pauli Live?