The match at Allianz Arena sees Bayern Munich facing Chelsea in a fixture that promises attacking football and tactical battle. Bayern's recent dominance in head-to-head matches and home record makes them slight favorites, but Chelsea's resilience and counter-attacking threat keep the fixture balanced.
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These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
Bayern are slightly favored to lead at halftime, with odds on a home lead at 2.10.
Bayern Munich are favored with an Asian handicap of -1.25 at odds of 2.30, indicating confidence in their home advantage to secure a win.
The over 2.5 goals market is favored at 1.53, suggesting a potentially open and attacking game.
Both teams have decent scoring potential, with a 1.57 chance for both to score.
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea on September 17, 2025, is expected to be a highly competitive encounter. Given Bayern's strong record against Chelsea and home advantage, they are slight favorites to win or draw, with a high probability of at least two goals scored.
Historically, Bayern Munich dominates the head-to-head record against Chelsea, with recent wins including a 4-1 victory in the 2020 Champions League and a 4-1 win in 2017. Chelsea's last victory over Bayern was in the 2012 final on penalties.
Both teams have key players unavailable. Bayern's squad is relatively healthy but missing a few squad members, while Chelsea also faces some absences, which could slightly affect tactical selections.
Expected Bayern lineup: 4-2-3-1 featuring Kane and Goretzka in attack and midfield. Chelsea likely to set up in a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1, with younger players given opportunities. Tactical intensity will broadly depend on pressing styles.
Both teams are yet to display their form in the current season, but Bayern's historical home strength and recent European results support their favored status.
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Yes, Bayern Munich is widely considered the favorite, with a strong recent record against Chelsea and home advantage at Allianz Arena.
Bayern Munich holds a significant edge historically and in recent form, but Chelsea has the potential to cause an upset on their day.
The match is expected to be closely contested, but Bayern Munich's form and home advantage give them a slight edge.
Bayern last defeated Chelsea 4-1 at the Allianz Arena in 2020 and also won the most recent encounter 4-1 in 2017, showing dominance in head-to-head clashes.