The game is the first match of Group C in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which has been updated to include 32 teams from six different confederations.
Match Prediction
Bayern Munich, who represent European football, got their place by winning the 2024/25 Bundesliga title.
Auckland City made it in as the record 12-time champions of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Champions League.
This will be their first time playing against each other, making the match even more interesting, even though many people recognize that there is a big difference in skill level.
15.06.2025 18:00
FIFA Club World Cup – Round 1
Bayern Munich : Auckland City
Bayern Munich: The famous German team just finished a great 2024/25 Bundesliga season, winning their 34th title. Their recent stats are really good, showing an average possession of 67.2%, a goal difference of +80, and a 76.2 expected goal differential in both the Bundesliga and Champions League.
They are coached by Vincent Kompany, who has brought in a more active and stylish way of playing, which has helped reduce stress in a tense locker room. Bayern Munich’s team has gotten stronger with new players like Jonathan Tah and Tom Bischof joining, and Dayot Upamecano and Jamal Musiala are back in training, although they might take it easy during the tournament.
Auckland City: This New Zealand team is the top club in Oceania, having claimed 11 out of the last 13 OFC Champions League titles, including their 13th title in 2025, which is their fourth win in a row. Recently, they have been getting ready for this tournament, but they have a tough challenge ahead against strong European teams.
The New Zealand club is the top team in Oceania, having won 11 out of the last 13 OFC Champions League titles, and they secured their 13th title in 2025, which is their fourth win in a row. Important players include striker Angus Kilkolly, who said that playing against Bayern Munich, Benfica, and Boca Juniors is like a “dream group.” Their team is not very experienced and mostly includes amateur players, so their challenge is to get used to playing at a professional level.
Based on the analysis, Bayern Munich’s strong offense, led by Kane, Olise, and Müller, along with their impressive history in the Club World Cup, indicates they will likely overpower Auckland City. Bayern’s recent performance includes 67.2% possession and a +80 goal difference. While football can be unpredictable, it’s very unlikely that Auckland City will pull off an upset because they are an amateur team.
Our prediction:
5+ (OVER 4.5)
Odds:1.55
Published: 14.06.2025 15:00
Kindly be advised that all odds are accurate as of the publication date and time indicated, and they may be subject to alterations.
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How the Teams Might Line Up:
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer
Defense: Raphaël Guerreiro, Josip Stanisic, Jonathan Tah, Konrad Laimer
Midfield: Joshua Kimmich, Pavlovic
Attack: Serge Gnabry, Thomas Müller, Olise
Striker: Harry Kane
Auckland City (4-3-3):
Goalkeeper: Tracey
Defense: Lobo, Boxall, Mitchell, Lagos
Midfield: Yoo, Ilich, Garriga
Forwards: Zeb, Bevan, Manickum
Missing Players and Team News:
Bayern Munich will miss some important players due to injury. Alphonso Davies, Hiroki Ito, and Min-Jae Kim will not play. Dayot Upamecano and Jamal Musiala are doubtful but might be eased back in. New signing Jonathan Tah is expected to start in defense.
Auckland City FC have no injury worries and will bring their full squad.