TThe Allianz Arena sets to host arguably one of the most contentious matches in the Bundesliga this weekend. League leaders Bayern Munich will be playing host to rising side Borrusia Monchengladbach. The match schedules for Saturday with kickoff at 17:30 GMT.
Bayern Munich has the chance to place one hand on the Bundesliga on the trophy. A win will set the side ten points clear of second-placed Borrusia Dortmund. The side continues to be impressive this season as they wait to gain their eight consecutive league title.
The reigning champions only need two wins in the league to secure their title. A 4-2 win last weekend was enough to set the way for their title win. The side has been in contention to clinch the title ever since the resuming of the league.
Borrusia Monchengladbach had a weekend to forget after a surprising 1-0 defeat to Freiburg. The loss saw the side remain tied with points with side Bayer Leverkusen. However, the side remains ahead with a goal difference closing the Champions League slot.
Bayern Munich has been the team to beat since their loss to Monchengladbach in December. The side has won 15 and drawn in one of their 16 matches. The side has a goal tally of seven goals since the resumption of the league.
Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Monchengladbach Head to Head
Both sides have met in 30 games in the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich picking up 14 wins. Borrusia Monchengladbach contends with eight wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Borrusia Monchengladbach 2-1 Bayern Munich
Borrusia Monchengladbach 5-1 Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich 0-3 Borrusia Monchengladbach
Bayern Munich 5-1 Borrusia Monchengladbach
Borrusia Monchengladbach 2-1 Bayern Munich
Bayern Munchen 0-1 Borrusia Monchengladbach
Bayern Munich 2-0 Borrusia Monchengladbach
Bayern Munchen 1-1 Borrusia Monchengladbach
Bayern Munich Team News
Top scorer Robert Lewandowski has been a formidable force for the side. However, he will have to sit the match out after picking a yellow card suspension. The same goes for veteran attacking midfielder Thomas Muller. The side will benefit from the return of Brazilian midfielder Coutinho from injury.
Borrusia Monchengladbach Team News
Attacking winger, Plea picked up a red card in the early minutes of their 1-0 loss to Freiburg. The winger sets to miss out on the Saturday match. However, high flying winger Thuram will be in contention for the lineup after an impressive campaign since the return of the league.
Prediction and Odds
We expect a heated encounter between both sides. Therefore, Bayern Munich will be the main contenders to win with their unbeaten run since the resumption of the league.
Bayern Munich Win
Both Teams to Score
Draw