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Bayern Play Sold-Out Centenary Friendly in Wiesbaden With Stars Resting

The match gives Bayern a low-pressure chance to give minutes to reserve and academy players during an extended rest period for World Cup participants.

Overview

  • Bayern travel to the BRITA-Arena for a sold-out friendly against SV Wehen Wiesbaden that kicks off Saturday at 15:30 CEST.
  • About 17 players who featured at the 2026 World Cup, including Harry Kane and Manuel Neuer, have been given extra rest and will not play.
  • Head coach Vincent Kompany is expected to field mainly reserve and academy prospects such as Tom Bischof and Arijon Ibrahimović for match minutes.
  • Wehen Wiesbaden are marking their 100th anniversary with the high-profile fixture and handled all ticketing for the event.
  • The game will stream exclusively on Bayern’s paid platform, FC Bayern TV PLUS, highlighting the club’s control over broadcast distribution.