Viking FK vs Bayern Munich Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | UEFA Champions League 2026-27
These clubs are going to take on each other for the first time!
Viking FK are all set to lock horns with Bayern Munich for their second league phase fixture of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 campaign. The Viking Stadion is all set to witness this entertaining outing.
Led by Bjarte Lunde Aarsheim & Morten Jensen, the Dark Blues have secured consecutive wins in their last four matches, but their opening UCL game of the season ended in a 1-3 loss against VfB Stuttgart. They failed to control the tempo of the game. Their performance in the final third was not good enough.
Their efforts in the domestic tournaments are good enough, but they must do a lot more in the European competition. Despite being at their home ground, Viking FK are going to have the easiest of the games. They cannot give away the ball for free to the German giants, or the contest will end badly for them.
In their first league phase outing of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 edition, the Vincent Kompany-led side thrashed Bodo/Glimt to bag a 5-0 win and three crucial points. They will now be looking to extend their winning run.
With their strong squad quality, the Bavarians are going to have a stronger chance. Bayern Munich might be away from home for their upcoming outing, but their play style and tactics make them a strong side. They will be fully confident for their next Champions League clash.
It might turn out to be another high-scoring game for them.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Stavanger, Norway
- Stadium: Viking Stadion
- Date: Wednesday, October 14
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 am IST (Tuesday, Oct 13; 07:00 pm GMT/ 03:00 pm ET/ 12:00 pm PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Viking FK: L-W-W-W-W
Bayern: D-W-W-W-D
Players to Watch
Peter Christiansen (Viking FK)
The 26-year-old forward is going to be one of the main men in the squad for Viking FK. He will now be looking to step up. The player is keen to score his first goal of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 campaign.
Peter Christiansen has scored 12 goals and has six assists in 21 Eliteserien games this season.
Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
Even though he did not manage to engrave his name on the score sheet, Michael Olise was one of the most consistent performers for Bayern Munich in their 2-2 draw against FC Augsburg. The 24-year-old created the joint-most chances (5) and completed the most dribbles (4). From assisting his teammates to scoring goals, Olise can do it all.
He is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.
Match Facts
- Viking FK have won their last six home matches, scoring 20 goals.
- Bayern Munich haven’t faced a defeat this season.
- This will be the first-ever clash between these clubs.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Bayern Munich to win @1/10 Ladbrokes
- Harry Kane to score @4/11 Coral
- Goals over 3.5 @1/2 Boyle Sports
Injury and Team News
Viking FK will miss out on the services of Sondre Bjorshol, Nicholas D’Agostino, Andres Baertelsen, Veton Berisha and Martin Roseth. They are not match fit to be part of the squad.
Jamal Musiala is likely to sit out for Bayern Munich due to a thigh injury.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 0
Viking (wins): 0
Bayern (wins): 0
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Viking FK predicted XI (4-3-3)
Ostbo (GK); Heggheim, Stensness, Daland, Haugen; Moi, Bell, Visted; Bjordal, Christiansen, Tripic
Bayern Munich predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Neuer (GK); Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Davies; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Bischof, Diaz; Kane
Match Prediction
Even though they have been in flying form in their domestic tournaments, Viking FK are going to face a very tough outing. Bayern Munich will be going to come up with a strong challenge for the hosts.
The Bavarians are likely to come out on top and secure a win.
Prediction: Viking FK 1-4 Bayern Munich
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, BBC
Norway: TV2 Norway
Germany: DAZN, Amazon Prime, ZDF
USA: Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN
When and where is Viking FK vs Bayern UCL match?
The Viking Stadion is all set to witness this entertaining outing on October 13 (BST).
Where and how to watch UEFA Champions League live in India?
Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV are the options to watch all the games live.
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