Bundesliga: Bayern’s Supremacy and Dortmund’s Greek Duo
The Bundesliga returns with Bayern Munich defending their dominance while Dortmund places their bets on Greek talents Konstantelias and Karetsas.
Bayern's Dominance and Dortmund's Greek Investment
Bayern Munich enters the new season as the clear favorite, following a campaign where they netted 122 goals and collected 89 points. Under Vincent Kompany, the Bavarians have already secured their first trophy of the year, defeating Dortmund in the Supercup. Harry Kane remains the focal point after his 36-goal Bundesliga season, supported by new additions Michael Olise and Luis Diaz.
Borussia Dortmund, managed by Niko Kovac, aims to challenge for the title with a heavy investment in Greek talent. The club spent approximately €60 million to acquire Giannis Konstantelias and Konstantinos Karetsas. Karetsas is expected to fill the void left by Julian Brandt, while Konstantelias is tasked with providing unpredictability to the attack.
Schalke's Return and Elversberg's Debut
Historical giants Schalke are back in the top flight after three years in the second division, bolstered by the experience of 40-year-old striker Edin Dzeko. Meanwhile, Elversberg represents the season's most remarkable story, competing in the Bundesliga for the first time in their history after climbing through the lower tiers of German football.
Matchday 1 Schedule
The season kicks off tonight with Bayern Munich hosting Stuttgart.
Friday 28/08
- Bayern Munich vs Stuttgart (21:30)
Saturday 29/08 (16:30)
- RB Leipzig vs Gladbach
- Mainz vs Paderborn
- Union Berlin vs Eintracht Frankfurt
- Koln vs Hoffenheim
- Elversberg vs Leverkusen
- Dortmund vs Hamburg (19:30)
Sunday 30/08
- Freiburg vs Werder Bremen (16:30)
- Augsburg vs Schalke (18:30)