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Matchday 1

Bundesliga28 – 30 August 2026

Times in Central European Time.

  1. FC Bayern München – VfB Stuttgart

    A fast-paced season opener in a full arena, with woodwork early on and a competitive first half. The busiest stretch comes shortly after the break.

    5 out of 10, If you have time
  2. RB Leipzig – Borussia Mönchengladbach

    An open, high-pressing first half with chances at both ends and woodwork along the way. The second half is quicker on the counter but more stop-start.

    4 out of 10, If you have time
  3. 1. FSV Mainz 05 – SC Paderborn 07

    A cagey, even first half with few clear openings and one effort off the woodwork. The second half picks up the tempo but never really catches fire.

    3 out of 10, Skip it
  4. 1. FC Union Berlin – Eintracht Frankfurt

    A frantic opening ten minutes sets the tone in a sold-out, roaring stadium, and both sides keep attacking all afternoon. Stay until the very last whistle.

    8 out of 10, Worth it
  5. 1. FC Köln – TSG Hoffenheim

    A controlled first half gives way to a fast, emotional second with chances at both ends and a penalty moment. A loud crowd, and it stays open until the end.

    8 out of 10, Worth it
  6. SV 07 Elversberg – Bayer 04 Leverkusen

    A wild opening ten minutes in a small, buzzing ground, then an eventful restart and woodwork along the way. The final quarter of an hour is the best part.

    7 out of 10, Worth it
  7. Borussia Dortmund – Hamburger SV

    A brisk first half built on quick passing in a packed stadium. The second half is livelier, with chances at both ends, a post and some heated challenges.

    4 out of 10, If you have time
  8. SC Freiburg – SV Werder Bremen

    Most of the action comes either side of half-time, with quality in the final third and one standout individual display. The closing half-hour is quieter.

    4 out of 10, If you have time
  9. FC Augsburg – FC Schalke 04

    A bright opening with chances at both ends and a goal-line clearance inside the first minutes. Plenty of shots after the break too, though it is rarely gripping.

    4 out of 10, If you have time