Bayern Munich to Face Aston Villa in Pre-Season Friendly

Bayern Munich is set to play a pre-season friendly against Aston Villa at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong. The match will take place on Friday at 13:00 BST, as both teams gear up for their respective league seasons.

Head coach Vincent Kompany acknowledged the challenge of improving upon Bayern's impressive 2025/26 season, where they scored 122 goals and secured the Bundesliga title. He emphasized the team's goal of winning the Champions League, following a semi-final exit last season. Meanwhile, Aston Villa has enjoyed success on their Asian tour, winning matches against an Indonesia XI and BG Pathum United.

Bayern's lineup will feature captain Manuel Neuer in goal, while several key players, including Harry Kane and Joshua Kimmich, are expected to miss the match due to rest or minor injuries. Aston Villa's Boubacar Kamara has returned from injury and scored recently, although captain John McGinn's participation remains uncertain.