Bayern Munich vs VfL Wolfsburg Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Bavarian giants have a four-point lead in the title race.

Bayern Munich, the Bundesliga juggernauts, gear up to host mid-table Wolfsburg at the Allianz Arena this Saturday in what promises to be another electrifying clash.

Bayern have been a force to reckon with, riding a three-game winning streak that includes a dominant 5-1 victory over RB Leipzig, a clinical 1-0 win against Borussia Mönchengladbach, and a resounding 5-0 demolition of Hoffenheim.

At home, the league leaders have been flawless, racking up six straight wins, netting an incredible 24 goals, and conceding just three. With their firepower firing on all cylinders, they’ll be tough to stop.

Wolfsburg, however, won’t roll over easily. After a mixed bag of results, including a 1-3 loss to Dortmund, a hard-fought 1-0 win over Hoffenheim, and a 5-1 thrashing of Gladbach, they’ve shown flashes of brilliance. Scoring 14 goals in their last six league outings, they’ll look to test Bayern’s backline.

Kick-off

Saturday, January 18, 2:30 p.m. UK time (8 p.m. IST)

Location: Allianz Arena

Form

Bayern Munich: W-L-W-W-W

Wolfsburg: W-L-L-W-W

Players to watch

Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)

Kane’s brilliance lies in blending pinpoint passing with lethal finishing, consistently finding the right spaces to convert chances. Adding to his arsenal is his knack for exploiting back-post spaces, delivering lofted passes, and staying ice-cool under pressure. With 16 goals and six assists in just 15 league games, Kane has become the beating heart of Bayern’s attack.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿📈 Harry Kane keeps up his 100% penalty record for Bayern Munich! ✅18/18 penalties converted. 🔝 pic.twitter.com/EKfmculM0Y

— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) January 15, 2025

Jonas Wind (Wolfsburg)

The dynamic Danish forward has made sure to keep Wolfsburg’s firing line ticking with seven goals and two assists. Wind’s blistering pace and clinical finishing make him a key figure for his side, capable of turning the tide in crucial moments.

⏸️ HALFTIMEJonas Wind from the spot early as we go into the second 45 with one-goal lead. ___1-0 #WOBBMG#VfLWolfsburg 🟢⚪️ pic.twitter.com/k1iMbYoEqn

— VfL Wolfsburg EN/US 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 (@VfLWolfsburg_EN) January 14, 2025

Match facts

• Bayern Munich sit comfortably at the summit with 42 points from 17 games
• Wolfsburg are in seventh with 27 points
• Bayern are coming on the back of three consecutive wins, while Wolfsburg are two in two

Bayern Munich vs. Wolfsburg: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Bayern to win – 2/11 Ladbrokes
• Tip 2: Kane to score – 4/7 888sport
• Tip 3: Over 3 goals – 2/5 VBet

Injury & team news

Bayern Munich will be without summer signing Joao Palhinha, who remains sidelined with a long-term groin injury. French defender Sacha Boey is also unavailable due to an ankle issue. Harry Kane, fresh from converting a penalty against Hoffenheim and leading the Golden Boot race, is set to spearhead Bayern’s attack. Meanwhile, Michael Olise, who was benched midweek, could make his way back into the starting XI.

Wolfsburg have injury concerns of their own, with Polish international Jakub Kaminski a doubt after limping off against Borussia Monchengladbach. The likes of Bartosz Bialek, Niklas Klinger, Kevin Paredes, and Rogerio remain unavailable. However, Tiago Tomas returns from suspension, while in-form Danish striker Jonas Wind, with five goals in six games, will lead the line as Wolfsburg aim to challenge the league leaders.

Head-to-head

Matches: 35

Bayern Munich: 30

Wolfsburg: 1

Draws: 4

Predicted lineups

Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1)

Neuer; Guerreiro, Upamecano, Dier, Davies; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Sane, Mueller, Coman; Kane

Wolfsburg (4-4-2)

Grabara; Fischer, Vavro, Koulierakis, Maehle; Kaminski, Bardai, Arnold, Gerhardt; Wind, Nmecha

Match prediction

With home advantage, top-of-the-table confidence, red-hot form, and just the blistering attack on paper, Bayern must win this match with ease, barring any miracle from the away end.

Prediction: Bayern Munich 3 – 1 Wolfsburg

Telecast

India: Sony Liv, Sony Sports Network

UK: Sky Sports Mix, SkyGo Uk

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: StarTimes App, Canal + Sport 1 Afrique

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