Bayern Munich hosts Bodø/Glimt in Champions League early test
Bayern Munich opens its 2026-27 Champions League campaign Thursday at home against Norwegian champion Bodø/Glimt, kicking off at 5 a.m. AEST Friday.
Bayern Munich begins its European campaign Thursday night at the Allianz Arena against Bodø/Glimt, a Norwegian side that has shocked bigger teams before. Bayern comes in unbeaten domestically this season with three wins and a draw.
The Bavarians may welcome back playmaker Jamal Musiala after he was cleared following a preseason collapse. Bodø/Glimt earned respect by beating Manchester City, Atlético Madrid, Inter Milan and Sporting last year.
For Australian viewers, the match kicks off at 5 a.m. Friday morning AEST.
- 5 a.m. AEST Friday
- Kickoff time for Australians
- 3 wins, 1 draw
- Bayern's domestic record
- 23 years old
- Musiala's age
- Allianz Arena, Munich
- Venue
Why it mattersBayern will test itself against an opponent that has proven capable of upsetting European heavyweights, signalling whether the Germans can challenge for the title this season.
AustraliaAustralian Champions League fans can watch Bayern versus Bodø/Glimt at an inconvenient 5 a.m. Friday AEST kickoff time.
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