avFinalists of the 2011/12 final, Bayern Munich and Chelsea, will renew hostilities on Matchday 1 of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League season.
The Blues had the last laugh on May 19, 2012, as they beat favourites Bayern on penalties at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
Chelsea are full of confidence after winning the FIFA Club World Cup earlier this year. However, bookies are unsure if they have it in them to go the distance in the Champions League.
Chelsea are 14/1 with football betting sites to win the Champions League this season. Premier League leaders Liverpool are the favourites to win the Champions League this year, with bookmakers giving them 6/1 odds. Bayern Munich, meanwhile, are priced at 12/1.
Bayern and Chelsea Put Unbeaten Streaks on the Line in UCL Clash
The Bavarians have enjoyed a strong start to the 2025/26 season. Vincent Kompany boys kicked off the campaign with a 2-1 win over VfB Stuttgart in the German Super Cup. In their first Bundesliga encounter, they claimed a commanding 6-0 victory over RB Leipzig, with Harry Kane with a stellar hat-trick.
They have since played three matches across Bundesliga and DFB Pokal, winning all three. In their previous outing, the Bavarians claimed a 5-0 victory over Hamburger SV. Kane was at the double as the hosts extended their perfect start.
Chelsea, who beat the mighty Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) 3-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup final, have also enjoyed an unbeaten start. Although their campaign so far has not been nearly as electric.
Building up to Bayern. 🧱 pic.twitter.com/uWUsUaoXdl
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) September 16, 2025
They kicked off the Premier League season with a goalless draw with Crystal Palace. The followed it up with back-to-back wins over West Ham United (5-1) and Fulham (2-0) before drawing 2-2 with Brentford on Matchday 4.
The Pensioners have been dealing with an injury crisis, with Liam Delap (hamstring), Levi Colwill (knee), Benoit Badiashile (unspecified), and Romeo Lavia (unspecified) all missing. Chelsea’s performance has understandably suffered due to these absences.
Luckily, key attacker Cole Palmer returned to the fold over the weekend, scoring in the frustrating 2-2 draw with Brentford. Unless he suffers an unfortunate relapse, Palmer should be able to start on Wednesday night.
The Champions League clash between Bayern Munich and Chelsea promises abundant drama and thrills. If you are heading to the Allianz Arena on Wednesday night, check out our guide to beer and food prices at the iconic stadium.
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea: Champions League Match Details
⚽Teams: Bayern Munich vs Chelsea
🗓️Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
🏆 Competition: Champions League – Matchday 1
🟥Ref: Jose Sanchez
⌚KO: 8:00 PM BST
📺Where to Watch: TNT Sports 2
🏟️Stadium: Allianz Arena
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Stats and Head-to-Head
- Bayern Munich and Chelsea have met in 6 competitive matches so far: Bayern 3 wins, Chelsea 1 win, 2 draws
- Of those two draws, Chelsea won one (2012, UCL final) and Bayern Munich won one (2013, Super Cup) on penalties after extra-time
- Last meeting: Bayern Munich 4-1 Chelsea (2019-20 Champions League Round of 16 second leg); Chelsea lost 7-1 on aggregate
- Bayern Munich have gone 34 Champions League group stage / league phase games without defeat at the Allianz Arena.
- Chelsea will play their 100th away match in the Champions League on Wednesday; So far, they have won 42 of 99
- Chelsea have won their last six away matches in European competitions
- Bayern Munich have won their first Champions League game of the season in each of the last 22 seasons
- Chelsea have faced German teams 28 times in Europe: won 13, drew 8, and lost 7
- Chelsea have qualified for the Champions League knockout stage in each of their past eight appearances
- Bayern Munich top scorer last season: Harry Kane – 41 goals in all competitions
- Chelsea top scorer last season: Cole Palmer – 18 goals in all competitions
- Bayern Munich have won 8 of their past 10 European clashes at home against English sides (1 draw, 1 loss)
- Bayern Munich form this season (recent first) – W-W-W-W-W
- Chelsea form this season (recent first) – D-W-W-D
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Head-to-Head
German powerhouse Bayern Munich have the edge over Chelsea in head-to-head statistics, having claimed three wins in their previous six meetings. The Blues claimed their only win over the Bavarians in the 2004/05 UCL quarter-finals first leg, beating them 4-2.
| Competition | Played | Liverpool (W) | Draw | Chelsea (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEFA Champions League | 5 | 3 | 1 (Chelsea Win on Penalties) | 1 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 0 | 1 (Bayern Win on Penalties) | 0 |
| Club Friendly | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Last Five Matches
- 2019/20 Champions League Round of 16 Second leg: Bayern Munich 4-1 Chelsea
- 2019/20 Champions League Round of 16 First leg: Chelsea 0-3 Bayern Munich
- 2012/13 UEFA Super Cup: Bayern Munich 2-2 Chelsea (Bayern Win on Penalties)
- 2011/12 Champions League Final: Bayern Munich 1-1 Chelsea (Chelsea Win on Penalties)
- 2004/05 Champions League Quarter-Finals First Leg: Bayern Munich 3-2 Chelsea
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Betting Odds – Main Markets
German champions Bayern Munich have been absolutely dominant at the Allianz Arena, not losing in their 34 group stage / league phase outings at home. They have also won their first Champions League game in each of the last 22 seasons.
At 3/4, oddsmakers are backing Bayern Munich to get under win under their belt on Wednesday. Chelsea, on the other hand, are priced at 4/1 to win against Bayern at the Allianz Arena.
Both teams are expected to be on the scoresheet, while Harry Kane is the likeliest goalscorer.
Match Result
- Bayern Munich – 3/4
- Draw – 10/3
- Chelsea – 4/1
Anytime Goalscorer
- Harry Kane – 5/6
- Nicolas Jackson – 6/4
- Cole Palmer – 3/1
Both Teams to Score
- Yes – 4/7
- No – 6/4
*Odds are subject to change
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Prediction and Best Bet
Between their jaw-dropping record at home and their blistering start to the 2025/26 season, it is hard not to back Bayern Munich for the win. Chelsea, however, are more than capable of popping up with a goal or two.
Another great night at the Allianz! Brilliant win and a top performance 🙌 pic.twitter.com/mruZVk51qu
— Harry Kane (@HKane) September 13, 2025
Our Prediction: Bayern Munich 3-1 Chelsea
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Best Bet
Harry Kane has already scored eight goals this season, and we are backing the Englishman to find the back of the net again on Wednesday.
Best Bet: Harry Kane to Score Anytime @5/6
