Fri Nov 22 21:16:07 UTC 2024: ## Bayern Munich Favored to Extend Bundesliga Lead Against Augsburg

**Munich, Germany** – Bayern Munich, currently five points clear at the top of the Bundesliga, hosts Augsburg on Friday looking to extend their lead. The Bavarians have been dominant, winning eight and drawing two of their opening ten matches, including a recent 1-0 victory over St. Pauli, their fourth consecutive clean sheet. However, their match against Augsburg could present a challenge due to key absences within their ranks. Manuel Neuer’s availability is in doubt, with backup goalkeeper Sven Ulreich ruled out for personal reasons, leaving Daniel Peretz as the likely starter. The team will also be without João Palhinha, Hiroki Ito, Josip Stanišić, Aleksandar Pavlović, and Mathys Tel.

Augsburg, currently 12th in the table, arrives in Munich with a mixed record, winning three, drawing three, and losing four games. While they boast a recent four-game unbeaten run including victories over Borussia Dortmund and Schalke, their away form is a significant concern. They’ve lost seven of their last eight Bundesliga away matches, and eight of their last nine away games against Bayern. Injuries to Tim Breithaupt, Fredrik Jensen, and Reece Oxford further hamper their chances.

Despite Augsburg’s recent positive results and Bayern’s injury woes, the home side are overwhelming favorites to secure all three points in what is expected to be a challenging but ultimately successful match for the league leaders.

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