Bayern Munich will face Wehen in the upcoming first round of the German Cup. Team director Freund emphasised the importance of this game in an interview. He said that Bayern have not reached the German Cup final in five years, which makes them even more eager for this season’s goal.
However, for Wehen Wiesbaden, it was a good opportunity to test themselves. The team had a bumpy start to the new season, as they first beat Ulm 3-1. Then, in the away game, although they led Verl by two goals, they were eventually tied.
Later, in the fierce battle with Essen, they conceded a goal in the 94th minute and ultimately lost 3-4. Now, they will face a tough fight that they have not encountered for many years.
Bayern Are Eager To Regain Their Honour
On the other hand, Bayern Munich, under the guidance of new coach Kompany, showed excellent competitive form. The team defeated Stuttgart in the Super Cup at the beginning of the season and defeated Leipzig 6-0 in the first round of the Bundesliga, with high morale.
Bayern Munich has won the German Cup 20 times, but it has not won the title since 2019, making this season’s German Cup critical.
Bayern’s Squad Concerns
However, Bayern’s squad is not without its concerns. Musiala and Alphonso Davies are out injured, while young midfielder Bischof is also out of action after undergoing appendicitis surgery.
With only 22 healthy players left in the first team, Vincent Kompany is limited in his tactical adjustments, which has raised doubts about whether Bayern can win easily.
Wehen Reinforced, Ready to Fight at Home
On the Wehen side, coach Nils Döring actively introduced new players during the summer transfer window. New player Gillekens scored a goal in the first match against Essen. Schleimer, Mai and Nejad have also gradually integrated into the team.
Although there is a big gap in strength, the German Cup often has upsets. Wehen, who will play at home, will go all out to create a miracle.
Staying Focused Is Key
For Bayern, this is not only a game to advance, but also the first step toward regaining the glory of the German Cup. As long as Bayern maintains stability in the details and shows the strength and experience they should have, they are expected to successfully pass the first round and make a good start to the new season’s multi-line journey.
