The 2025 German Super Cup, now renamed the Franz-Beckenbauer Supercup, will see Stuttgart face Bayern Munich at the MHP Arena, Stuttgart on Saturday, August 16 (20:30 CEST). For Indian viewers, the match kicks off at 12:00 AM IST, Sunday, August 17, making it a midnight football treat.
Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich Preview
This Super Cup acts as the curtain-raiser to the new German season. Stuttgart come in as DFB-Pokal winners, while Bayern Munich feature as Bundesliga champions. The match honors German legend Franz Beckenbauer, after whom the Super Cup has been rebranded this year.
Bayern arrive with a refreshed squad under Vincent Kompany, while Stuttgart, buoyed by their home crowd, will look to upset the champions. Importantly, the game will go straight to penalties if tied after 90 minutes—no extra time will be played.
Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich Lineups & Team News
Confirmed lineups:
Stuttgart (4-2-3-1): Bredlow; Vagnoman, Jaquez, Chabot, Mittelstädt; Karazor, Stiller; Leweling, Undav, Führich; Woltemade.
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Stanišić; Kimmich, Goretzka; Olise, Gnabry, Díaz; Kane.
Injury Watch:
- Bayern: Musiala (fractured fibula), Davies (ACL), Pavlović (eye injury), Itō are all out. Kingsley Coman has also left for Al-Nassr.
- Stuttgart: Silas and Stergiou remain unavailable, but Angelo Stiller is fit and starts.
Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich Head-to-Head (H2H)
Historically, Bayern Munich have dominated this fixture. Across 162 meetings:
- Bayern wins: 95
- Stuttgart wins: 38
- Draws: 29
However, Stuttgart have caused Bayern problems at home before, adding spice to this Super Cup clash.
Live Streaming/Where to Watch Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich
For fans in India, the match will be broadcast live on:
- TV: Sony Sports Network (Sony TEN channels)
- Online: SonyLIV app and website (also via OTTplay Premium packs with SonyLIV)
Kick-off is 12:00 AM IST (Sunday, August 17).
