Overview
- Vincent Kompany confirmed the start for Urbig and said the plan was discussed with Manuel Neuer to give clear guidance for the goalkeeper position.
- Neuer will not start but remains in the matchday squad to provide a leadership presence.
- League leaders Bayern visit last-placed Borussia Mönchengladbach seeking an eighth straight Bundesliga win as staff caution against complacency.
- Serge Gnabry and Josip Stanišić are in contention to return if they complete normal training, according to the coach.
- Local reporting projects additional rotations and managed minutes for youngsters such as Lennart Karl, with Urbig’s only prior appearance this season coming in the cup win at Wehen Wiesbaden.