The UEFA Champions League match between Bayern Munich and Club Brugge is set to kick off with unexpected changes in both teams. Bayern aims to extend their impressive streak of eleven consecutive wins.
Key Match Details
- Opponent: Club Brugge
- Date: October 22, 2025
- Time: 21:00 CET
- Broadcast: DAZN, SPORT BILD Liveticker
Bayern’s Surprising Lineup Changes
Coach Vincent Kompany has made a significant decision by including 17yearold Lennart Karl in the starting lineup. This marks Karl’s debut in the prestigious Champions League, stepping in for the injured Serge Gnabry. The seasoned player is sidelined due to adductor problems.
In a previous Bundesliga match against Dortmund, Nicolas Jackson failed to make an impression when he replaced Gnabry. As a result, he will remain on the bench for this crucial clash against Brugge. Raphael Guerreiro will replace Sacha Boey as the leftback in the starting formation.
Club Brugge’s Young Talent
On the other hand, Club Brugge will rely on Nicolò Tresoldi, a promising U21 national player who joined from Hannover. At 21 years old, he is expected to make an impact in this highstakes matchup. Additionally, former Düsseldorf player Christos Tzolis will be featured on the wing.
| Bayern Munich Starting XI |
|---|
| Manuel Neuer (GK) |
| Konrad Laimer |
| Jonathan Tah |
| Dayot Upamecano |
| Raphael Guerreiro |
| Joshua Kimmich |
| Filip Pavlovic |
| Lennart Karl |
| Samuel Olise |
| Francisco Diaz |
As Bayern looks to maintain their dominant form in the Champions League, all eyes will be on young talents like Karl and Tresoldi as they face off in this thrilling encounter.