RB Leipzig – Bayern Munich

Leipzig and Bayern could opt for relatively cautious tactics for the Super Cup final

Germany open the new season on Saturday, 30 July. Leipzig take on Bayern Munich at the home Red Bull Arena. There is more intrigue than usual in the Bundesliga ahead of the new championship. Bayern have made significant changes to their squad. It is not certain that the club have become stronger. Bayern Munich had no plans to sell Robert Lewandowski but the case almost ended in a conflict. The Pole was eventually sent to Barcelona but without any direct substitute. Bayern have signed young striker Tell. It's an option for the future. The transfer of Sadio Mane was also a big success. There are now enough quality performers in the attacking line-up. At the same time, the game built up over the years is ruined. Without Lewandowski, Nagelsmann will have to make massive changes. In defence, Bayern have completed the transfer of De Ligt. Ajax player Mazraoui was also signed. Supporting midfielder Gravenberch was brought in from Amsterdam. Bayern show every sign of rejuvenating their squad. On the other hand, only Lewandowski is out of the veteran squad. All the players from the champion team remain in the squad, but it is not certain that they will have a place on the pitch. Leipzig also underwent a significant roster renewal in the summer. The team is already lined up for Domenico Tedesco's long-term project. Among the notable losses are holding midfielder Adams and full-back Muciele. Otherwise, the club have retained their key performers. The main thing is Nkunku has been persuaded to stay. The young Frenchman made more than 50 assists last season and was one of Europe's best forwards. In a one-match format, and even at home, Leipzig have good chances of success. This is confirmed by the bookmakers' betting odds. The condition of Bayern is a bit of a mystery. The team have only played two friendlies. There was the 6-2 defeat of MLS club DC United and the 0-1 defeat of Manchester City. In the game against the English, the Germans' attacking performance was almost inconclusive. Leipzig kept their structure from last season and are ready to act on the counterattack. Thus, Nagelsmann is unlikely to risk setting the defence too high. The bookmakers traditionally expect open football from the game between the two giants. A base total of three goals is suggested. A relatively cautious scenario in the first meeting is not ruled out. For Leipzig, the trophy match is very important, and Bayern are still just getting used to playing without Lewandowski, which reduces the probability of goals. In the last six head-to-head matches, the opponents have failed to break the total of more than two goals on three occasions; draws are not uncommon in this clash.