Bayern Munich seeks redemption against surging Stuttgart in Bundesliga showdown

Posted : 15 December 2023

Reigning Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich are gearing up for a challenging rebound from their humbling defeat at Eintracht Frankfurt as they host surprise title contenders Stuttgart on Sunday. This clash at the Allianz Arena sets the stage for an exciting showdown between two prolific strikers, with Bayern's Harry Kane and Stuttgart's Serhou Guirassy showcasing their goal-scoring prowess.

Thomas Tuchel's Bayern, currently four points adrift of leaders Bayer Leverkusen after their 5-1 loss, faces a formidable Stuttgart side eager to leapfrog their opponents in the standings, being just one point behind.

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Harry Kane, a summer signing from Tottenham, has been a revelation for Bayern, amassing an impressive 18 goals in 13 league matches.

On the other side, Stuttgart's Serhou Guirassy closely trails with 16 goals from 12 Bundesliga appearances, already achieving his best season tally in less than half of the campaign. Guirassy's exceptional form has played a pivotal role in Stuttgart's remarkable resurgence under coach Sebastian Hoeness, transforming the team from relegation contenders to title challengers.

Sebastian Hoeness, the nephew of former Bayern president Uli, took over Stuttgart in April when the club was facing relegation. However, a strong finish to the previous season, including a German Cup semifinal and a successful relegation playoff, set the foundation for Stuttgart's current success.

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Under Hoeness, they have won 13 of 17 matches, staying competitive with a 1-1 draw against Leverkusen last Sunday. Meanwhile, Bayern seeks to recover from their recent setback, equaling their worst loss in the league this century, but showing resilience with a 1-0 Champions League win at Manchester United.

As Bayern faces Stuttgart, injuries pose challenges for the defending champions, with Kingsley Coman sidelined alongside Serge Gnabry and Noussair Mazraoui. Matthijs de Ligt's availability remains uncertain, but his return to training signals a potential defensive boost.

Bayern captain Manuel Neuer acknowledges Stuttgart's momentum, recognizing them as a serious opponent growing under a top manager. In other weekend fixtures, Leverkusen clashes with Frankfurt, Dortmund faces Augsburg, and Leipzig hosts Hoffenheim, promising an action-packed Bundesliga round.

Bayern Munich seeks redemption against surging Stuttgart in Bundesliga showdown

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