Lineups, Team News, and Thomas Müller’s Chance to Shine

Early October finds Bayern Munich sitting just two points shy of the top of the Bundesliga table. While not in a dire position, they’re certainly eager to regain their familiar spot at the summit. Thomas Tuchel’s mission starts with taking on Christian Streich’s SC Freiburg.

Team News: As for the team news, there aren’t any significant surprises. Bayern Munich still has some key players on the sidelines, including Matthijs de Ligt (knee), Serge Gnabry (arm), and, surprisingly, Manuel Neuer, who seems to be dealing with some sort of off-field issue. Nevertheless, the majority of the squad is in good health and ready for action. Tuchel has the luxury of selecting his preferred lineup.

The cornerstone of the attack is naturally Harry Kane, but fans are eager to see if Thomas Müller will finally make a start. While there’s no concrete information on this, the anticipation is fueled by a desire to see Müller in action after an extended absence. Another exciting prospect is Jamal Musiala, who could complement Kane and Müller effectively by operating down the left flank, while Leroy Sané provides support from the right.

In the midfield, Konrad Laimer’s recent performances may not make him the best starting option at the moment. Therefore, Tuchel could opt for a midfield pairing of Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich, even if it seems like the coach might prefer other options.

The defensive lineup is more straightforward, with Alphonso Davies, Kim Min-jae, Dayot Upamecano, and Noussair Mazraoui being the clear choices in their respective positions. Despite the clamor from the fanbase, Sven Ulreich is expected to retain his starting spot, leaving Daniel Peretz on the bench once again.

Projected Lineup: Here’s how the lineup could shape up:

• Formation: 4-3-3
• Goalkeeper: Sven Ulreich
• Defense: Alphonso Davies, Kim Min-jae, Dayot Upamecano, Noussair Mazraoui
• Midfield: Leon Goretzka, Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala
• Forward: Thomas Müller, Harry Kane, Leroy Sané

This lineup showcases Tuchel’s potential choices, with a notable emphasis on Müller’s inclusion. While the exact lineup may vary, fans are eagerly awaiting the match to see if their hopes for Müller’s return will come true and if Bayern Munich can secure a crucial victory against SC Freiburg to regain their spot at the top of the table.