The match will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium, which is the home of NFL team Miami Dolphins

20 June 2025 - 8:48 pm

Bayern Munich face Boca Juniors after their record-breaking victory in the Club World Cup.

Vincent Kompany’s side put 10 past semi-pro outfit Auckland City, with braces for Kingsley Coman and ex-Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise, before Jamal Musiala’s hat-trick.

In their second match of Group C, Bayern face Boca Juniors. Los Xeneizes drew 2-2 with Benfica on Monday, with three red cards in a game that saw the Argentine side squander a two-goal lead.

Former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera, now 35, will miss the game after being sent off in the game.

Bayern are one of the favourites for the tournament, with former Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah securing an assist on his debut earlier in the week.

Bayern continue to impress at the Club World Cup, setting a record for most goals in a single match — netting 10 unanswered against Auckland City. Vincent Kompany’s side have shown consistency and power, winning all five matches in the tournament without conceding a single goal, which speaks to their high level of preparation and focus.

The Munich squad boasts depth and balance, with key players like Thomas Müller and Harry Kane constantly creating scoring chances, while defenders and midfielders maintain tight control of the game. With Manuel Neuer between the posts and an experienced defensive line, Bayern exude confidence at the back, and their attacking flexibility makes them a threat anywhere on the pitch.

Boca Juniors are a seasoned side, traditionally stable on the international stage, currently holding second place in the group after a draw with Benfica. While the team isn’t known for prolific scoring and often finishes matches with few goals, the Argentinians display disciplined defending, rarely conceding more than one goal per game.

However, the suspension of key defenders has significantly weakened their backline ahead of this crucial encounter. Miguel Ángel Russo’s team have shown remarkable resilience, avoiding defeat in 11 of their last 12 matches at the Club World Cup and in the Copa Libertadores, which highlights their strong character and ability to get results even in tough situations.

Probable lineups

  • Bayern: Manuel Neuer – Josip Stanišić, Sacha Boey, Jonathan Tah, Raphaël Guerreiro – Michael Olise, Aleksandar Pavlović, Joshua Kimmich – Kingsley Coman, Harry Kane, Thomas Müller
  • Boca Juniors: Agustín Marchesín – Marcos Rojo, Luis Advíncula, Ayrton Costa, Lautaro Blanco – Rodrigo Battaglia, Ander Herrera, Carlos Palacios, Kevin Zenón – Alan Velasco, Miguel Merentiel.