Bayern Munich Clash with Boca Juniors: Match Preview, Expert Predictions and Expected Starting XI
Bayern Munich had the most comfortable possible beginning to their 2025 Club World Cup campaign and can secure their spot in the round of 16 when they meet Boca Juniors in their second group stage match.
The German league leaders delivered a stunning 10–0 victory against Auckland City from New Zealand in their previous outing, completely dominating their weaker opponents. Jamal Musiala netted three goals upon his comeback from injury, while Kingsley Coman, Michael Olise, and the outgoing Thomas Müller each scored twice. Sacha Boey also found the net in the comprehensive victory.
However, Bayern will face greater challenges against their Argentine opponents, as Boca presents a much tougher examination for Vincent Kompany's squad.
Miguel Russo observed from the touchline as his team painfully let slip a two-goal advantage against Benfica in their Club World Cup debut. The heated encounter featured dismissals for both teams, with strikes from Argentine stars Ángel Di María and Nicolás Otamendi leaving Boca with a disappointing stalemate. Managing to avoid defeat against Bayern would be viewed as a significant accomplishment.
Here is Sports Illustrated's preview of this Group C encounter at the Club World Cup.
What Time Does Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors Kick-Off?
Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors Head-to-Head Record (All Time)
Current Form (all competitions)
Bayern Munich | Boca Juniors |
|---|---|
Bayern Munich 10–0 Auckland City - 6/15/25 | Boca Juniors 2–2 Benfica - 6/16/25 |
Hoffenheim 0–4 Bayern Munich - 5/17/25 | Boca Juniors 0–1 Independiente - 5/20/25 |
Bayern Munich 2–0 Borussia Mönchengladbach - 5/10/25 | Boca Juniors 0–0 (4–2p) Lanús - 5/11/25 |
RB Leipzig 3–3 Bayern Munich - 5/3/25 | Tigre 1–1 Boca Juniors - 5/4/25 |
Bayern Munich 3–0 Mainz - 4/26/25 | River Plate 2–1 Boca Juniors - 4/27/25 |
How to Watch Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors on TV
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United States | DAZN, TBS USA, Watch TBS |
United Kingdom | DAZN, Channel 5 |
Canada | DAZN |
Mexico | DAZN, TUDN En Vivo, ViX, tabii, TUDN, Canal 5 Televisa |
Bayern Munich Team News
Bayern have little reason to make major changes to the lineup that demolished Auckland City in their opening match, though Musiala might take the place of veteran club legend Müller in Florida. Dayot Upamecano could also step in for Josip Stanišić.
Harry Kane featured for sixty minutes against Auckland City but failed to score despite the New Zealand team's defensive frailties. He will be looking to register his first goal of the tournament against Boca.
Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup vs. Boca Juniors
Bayern Munich predicted lineup vs. Boca Juniors (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Boey, Tah, Upamecano, Guerreiro; Kimmich, Pavlović; Olise, Musiala, Coman; Kane.
Boca Juniors Team News
Boca will be missing two players due to suspension for their encounter with Bayern. Nicolás Figal received a red card late in the Benfica draw and will be absent for the match against the German champions, while Ander Herrera was dismissed from the bench following his heated altercation with security personnel and officials in their previous game.
Edinson Cavani was absent from the opening fixture due to a calf problem and remains questionable for Boca, while center-back Marco Pellegrino is expected to be unavailable with a muscle injury as well. Goal scorer Miguel Merentiel sustained an injury against Benfica and his participation against Bayern is uncertain.
Boca Juniors Predicted Lineup vs. Bayern Munich
Boca Juniors predicted lineup vs. Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): Marchesín; Advíncula, Rojo, Costa, Blanco; Belmonte, Battaglia; Zenón, Velasco, Palacios; Zeballos.
Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors Score Prediction
Bayern cruised to success in their initial Club World Cup fixture and although the challenge should be greater against Boca, another triumph appears likely. Suspensions and injuries will limit Russo's team selection choices and the German powerhouse is positioned to capitalize.
Die Roten possess an incredible array of talent at their disposal and their offensive players demonstrated their quality against Auckland City. The Bayern attackers could deliver a similar performance, as they will be keen to overwhelm an unconvincing Boca defensive unit.