"Bayern Munich will face Chelsea in the first group game of the Champions League on Wednesday night at the Allianz Arena. The German giants have made a strong start in the 2025-26 Bundesliga, and they are undoubtedly favourites to win the league title once again. However, their true success will be determined by how they fare in the Champions League, which will indicate whether they have the squad capable of beating top teams."
"It's important to finish in the top eight because these additional playoff games make a big difference for the season. "Last season that was our most stressful period. It made a huge difference. We need six wins or five with a few draws. That's why it's important to have a good start right away.""
Bayern Munich host Chelsea in the opening Champions League group game at the Allianz Arena after a strong start to the 2025-26 Bundesliga that makes them domestic favourites. Champions League results will reveal whether the squad can compete with Europe’s best and avoid the extra strain of play-off qualification. Harry Kane stressed the importance of securing direct knockout qualification to reduce season-long stress and urged an immediate strong start. Kane has already contributed five goals and three assists in the Bundesliga. Chelsea remain unbeaten early in the Premier League, and loan signing Nicolas Jackson can face his parent club.
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