Thomas Tuchel prepares to steer Bayern Munich towards domination in Der Klassiker against Borussia Dortmund

Bayern Munich sets sights on long-term success with Thomas Tuchel appointment

Following the dismissal of Julian Nagelsmann, Bayern Munich has appointed former Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel as their new boss. Despite failing to land him in 2018, Bayern has finally secured the services of Tuchel, who was publicly named as Jupp Heynckes’ chosen successor when he led Borussia Dortmund. Tuchel’s impressive body of work proves that he is more than a stopgap coach, and the squad is not in desperate need of a rebuild. The club’s desire to recapture its dominance in German football motivated the appointment of Tuchel. Bayern Munich coaches are hired and fired largely on feel and projection, and it remains to be seen whether Tuchel can put down roots and build a long-term vision for the club.

Der Klassiker between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund could be decisive

Bayern Munich will face off against Borussia Dortmund in a decisive encounter known as “Der Klassiker.” Coming into this weekend’s match, Edin Terzic’s Dortmund leads with just one point over the newly-appointed Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel. Although it would be an impressive achievement for Dortmund to leave Bavaria still at the top of the Bundesliga table, the odds favor Bayern to win this match. Eric-Maxim Choupo Moting is expected to continue leading the line for Bayern despite Jamal Musiala potentially dropping out due to a hamstring injury while Dortmund will miss Youssoufa Moukoko and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens. However, Marco Reus and Sebastien Haller have recently hit attacking form for Dortmund while Raphael Guerreiro has been enjoying some of the best form of his career. Emre Can is also back from suspension and can make life tough for Bayern.

Tuchel’s appointment provides Bayern with a shot at long-term stability

For Bayern Munich, the failed pursuit of Thomas Tuchel in 2018 has become a distant memory. Tuchel’s arrival at the club marks their latest attempt to get back on track toward winning titles on a consistent basis. Bayern has rarely made the same mistake twice and is determined to recapture their dominance in German football. Nagelsmann’s sacking was an indication that something has been slightly off at Bayern this season, and a short-term punt on a short-term coach may have given them the best shot at long-term stability.

Green analyzes the match between Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Dortmund

SportsLine soccer insider Martin Green has analyzed the upcoming match between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund from every angle. Despite being separated by only one point on the Bundesliga table, Bayern is the heavy favorite to win with odds of 2/10, while Dortmund is +475, and draw returns +375. Green predicts an Over on the goal total and suggests a confident best bet that pays plus-money. Jamal Musiala leads Bayern in scoring with 11 goals and eight assists in 20 matches while Julian Brandt leads Dortmund with eight goals and five assists in 20 starts.

The match will be played at Allianz Arena in Munich and will be livestreamed by fuboTV while broadcasted on ABC. While Bayern Munich has won four of their past five matches, Borussia Dortmund’s recent victory against FC Koln indicates that they are not to be taken lightly. This matchup between two top teams in the German Bundesliga could be decisive for who ultimately lifts the title this season.

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