Bayern Munich vs FC Augsburg Prediction: Bayern to win and over 2.5 goals

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich will play their 11th league game of the season on Friday at Allianz Arena against bottom-half Augsburg as the international break draws to a conclusion. The Bavarians were held to a 0-0 tie by Hoffenheim on November 10 and overcame third-last St Pauli 1-0 on November 9. They now have 26 points out of a possible 30, more than twice as many as the visitors, who are currently in 13th place with 12 points.

After winning their last four top-flight games, the hosts will be keen to maintain their position as the only Bundesliga team still undefeated. Bayern managed to limit their opponents to only three shots, none of which were on goal while creating very little in the final third against St Pauli. In contrast to their 20 goals scored in the previous six games, Vincent Kompany's team's triumph over St Pauli was their second straight 1-0 victory.

Augsburg's distance behind 16th-place St Pauli, who hold the division's relegation playoff slot, is just four points. Although their matchup with Hoffenheim was hotly contested, the Fuggerstadter may have had more opportunities because they scored 16 shots to Hoffenheim's 11. The team has lost seven of their previous eight away games in the top league and drawn just once, which is a worrying trend for the visitors.

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich, the perennial Bundesliga champions, are once again the team to beat. With a formidable attack led by Kane and a solid defence, they have the tools to dominate any opponent. Their home form has been impressive, and they will be confident of securing a victory against Union Berlin. However, they cannot afford to underestimate their opponents, who have proven to be a tough nut to crack.

FC Augsburg

Augsburg, despite their poor away form, have a psychological edge over Wolfsburg. Their recent dominance in the head-to-head encounters gives them the confidence to challenge their opponents. However, they must improve their defensive organization to minimize conceding opportunities. Alexis Claude-Maurice will be key to their attacking threat, and his ability to create chances could be decisive.

Expert Betting Tips

Bayern Munich's dominance and home advantage make it very unlikely to see a win for the away side in this game. However, Augsburg's resilience and ability to defend deep could make for a competitive encounter. A 3-0 victory for Bayern Munich is anticipated.