Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur face off in a high-profile pre-season friendly at the Allianz Arena as part of the 2025 Telekom Cup, with kick-off at 17:30 UK time on Thursday, August 7[2]. This match provides both teams with a crucial test ahead of their competitive season openers, with Bayern’s first official fixture on August 16 and Spurs preparing for the UEFA Super Cup against PSG next week[1][3].
Bayern, coming off a 2-1 win over Lyon in their previous friendly, host the match under new head coach Vincent Kompany. The Bundesliga champions are aiming to sustain their positive momentum from that result as they integrate summer signings Luis Diaz, Jonathan Tah, and Tom Bischof into the squad. Diaz impressed in his debut, winning a penalty and linking well with Michael Olise[6].
Tottenham enter the tie unbeaten in pre-season. Their Asian tour featured a notable win against Arsenal and an emotional 1-1 draw with Newcastle, which doubled as a farewell for club icon Heung-Min Son. Joao Palhinha, recently acquired on loan from Bayern, is immediately included in Spurs’ starting XI for this clash[3][6]. The line-up also reflects changes up top, with Richarlison and Mohammed Kudus joining Brennan Johnson to form the front three, while Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence bolster the back line[3][8].
Here are the official starting lineups:
- Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): Neuer – Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Stanisic – Kimmich, Goretzka – Coman, Olise, Diaz – Kane[4][8].
- Tottenham Hotspur (4-3-3): Vicario – Porro, Romero (c), Van de Ven, Spence – Bentancur, Palhinha, Sarr – Johnson, Richarlison, Kudus[4][8].
Bayern remain unbeaten against Spurs in their last four meetings across all competitions and friendlies, with Tottenham’s last victory coming via penalties in the 2019 Audi Cup[4]. Broadcasting for the match is available via the FC Bayern TV PLUS subscription, with a free stream for viewers in Germany on Magenta Sport. Spurs fans can follow the match on SPURSPLAY[1][3].
References
- [1] Preview Telekom Cup: FC Bayern vs. Tottenham Hotspur
- [2] Everything you need to know about Bayern Munich vs Tottenham in the Harry Kane derby
- [3] Confirmed line-ups | FC Bayern vs Spurs
- [4] Confirmed lineups: Bayern Munich vs. Tottenham Hotspur
- [6] Tottenham Hotspur vs. Bayern Munich: Kick-off time, how to watch on TV
- [8] Live Commentary – Bayern vs Spurs | 07.08.2025
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