Mansion Sports - The 2025/26 DFB Pokal will open with an intriguing first-round clash as Wehen Wiesbaden take on Bayern Munich at the Brita-Arena. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, 2025, with kick-off at 6:45 p.m. local time.

This encounter is particularly fascinating for football fans as it pits a third-division side against one of Europe’s biggest clubs. 

Ahead of the game, Mansion Sports presents its prediction for the lineups of Wehen Wiesbaden vs Bayern Munich 2025.

Wehen Wiesbaden: Entering with Spirit and Caution

Wehen Wiesbaden have had a turbulent start to their third-division campaign. They began with an emphatic 3-1 victory over SSV Ulm, but consistency has since eluded them. 

Against Verl, they squandered a two-goal lead to settle for a 2-2 draw, while their match against Rot Weiss Essen ended in heartbreak as they fell 4-3 in a dramatic seven-goal thriller, conceding in the dying moments.

These results mean that Nils Doring’s squad enter the DFB Pokal highly motivated, yet cautious, knowing the scale of the challenge ahead against Bayern Munich.

New signings such as Jordy Gillekens, Lukas Schleimer, Niklas May, and Miland Nejad have already added fresh dimensions to the squad, with Gillekens even opening his scoring account.

The attack has been productive with eight goals in three games, though defensive frailties remain evident as they have also conceded seven times.

Bayern Munich: On a Mission to End Their DFB Pokal Drought

Bayern Munich arrive as overwhelming favorites. Under Vincent Kompany, the Bavarian giants recently lifted the Super Cup after defeating Stuttgart and followed up with a commanding 6-0 triumph over RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga. Confidence in the squad is running high.

However, the German champions will not be at full strength. Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies are still recovering from injuries, while Tom Bischof is sidelined following appendix surgery. 

Only 22 first-team players are available, limiting rotation options. Even so, the depth and quality of Bayern’s core players remain far superior to their opposition.

Predicted Lineups for Wehen Wiesbaden vs Bayern Munich 2025

Wehen Wiesbaden (4-4-2)

• Goalkeeper: Florian Stritzel
• Defenders: Niklas May, Angelo Janitzek, Jordy Gillekens, Finn Wohlers
• Midfielders: Björn Johansson, Miland Nejad, Eren Gozusirin, Lukas Schleimer
• Forwards: Ahmet Gürleyen Kaya, Benedict Flotho
• Manager: Nils Doring

Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Sven Ulreich
• Defenders: Raphael Guerreiro, Kim Min-jae, Dayot Upamecano, Sacha Boey
• Defensive Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlovic
• Attacking Midfielders: Bryan Diaz, Michael Olise, Frans Krätzig Karl
• Forward: Harry Kane
• Manager: Vincent Kompany

Conclusion

The clash between Wehen Wiesbaden and Bayern Munich epitomizes the “two worlds” nature of the DFB Pokal. 

While Bayern’s quality makes them clear favorites, cup competitions often deliver surprises, and the hosts will be determined to script an unforgettable chapter at the Brita-Arena. 

With the predicted lineups now outlined, the question remains: will it be superior quality or sheer determination that decides this first-round encounter? Fans should brace themselves for the drama that only German Cup football can deliver.