Bayern Munich Faces SC Freiburg Amid Squad Changes and Fan Protests

Munich, Germany – Bayern Munich is set to host SC Freiburg on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 3:30 PM local time. The match comes after the international break and features a few changes in the Bayern squad.

Head coach Vincent Kompany has made adjustments to his lineup with thoughts on the upcoming match against Arsenal next week. Key players such as Manuel Neuer, who battled illness, are expected to play. Kompany confirmed, “With Manu, we have to see. He was a bit ill. Hopefully, he’ll be back in training today.” Neuer participated in the final training session and is anticipated to start.

On the opposing side, SC Freiburg enters the match with a mixed record of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses this season, placing them in the middle of the table. Bayern Munich, however, remains a strong contender with an impressive 28 points from 30 available.

Additionally, Bayern fans will demonstrate during the match. The Südkurve, known for their passionate support, plans to remain silent for the first 12 minutes in protest against proposed security measures by the Conference of Interior Ministers. Fabian Stammberger of the Südkurve stated, “We will show in the first twelve minutes what it means when fan culture is destroyed.” These measures include personalized tickets and using facial recognition technology.

This weekend’s encounter not only focuses on club matters but also highlights broader concerns about fan experiences in football. Bayern aims to maintain its dominant form in the league while addressing these pressing issues on and off the pitch.