Dortmund vs Bayern Munich: German Super Cup Final Preview

Borussia Dortmund face Bayern Munich at Signal Iduna Park on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup final. It is a huge early-season Klassiker, with Bayern looking to add another trophy after winning the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal last season, while Dortmund will be determined to lift the Supercup on home soil.

Bayern enter the match as favourites after an outstanding 2025/26 campaign. Vincent Kompany's side were beaten only three times in 55 competitive matches last season and remain unbeaten in their last 31 competitive away games.

Dortmund, however, have home advantage and will be looking to make the most of the Signal Iduna Park atmosphere. They also come into the final after a 2–2 draw with Roma in their final preseason test.

Harry Kane will be one of the main players to watch. The Bayern striker scored 10 goals in competitive matches against Dortmund and has regularly proved decisive in Der Klassiker.

Match Details

Fixture: Borussia Dortmund vs Bayern Munich
Competition: Franz Beckenbauer Supercup – Final
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Kick-off: 8:30 PM CEST | 12:00 AM IST (August 23)
Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, Germany

Key Players

Borussia Dortmund: Serhou Guirassy, Julian Ryerson, Karim Adeyemi

Bayern Munich: Harry Kane, Michael Olise, Joshua Kimmich

What to Watch

The midfield battle and Bayern's attacking quality will be crucial. Dortmund must prevent Bayern from controlling possession while looking to exploit spaces on the counter.

Jamal Musiala will miss the Supercup after recent health-related concerns, while Bayern will still have plenty of attacking quality available.

Prediction

Dortmund's home advantage should make this a competitive Klassiker, but Bayern's squad depth, recent record and attacking strength give them the edge.

Prediction: Borussia Dortmund 1–2 Bayern Munich