This is what FC Bayern has planned for the start of the new year

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2025 December 22 . 3:32 PM

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This is what FC Bayern has planned for the start of the new year - This is what FC Bayern has planned for the start of the new year

FC Bayern Munich will kick off their 2026 Bundesliga season at home against VfL Wolfsburg on January 11. The team returns to training this week after the winter break, with key players set to make their comeback in the new year.

The squad’s first official training session of 2026 takes place on January 3. This marks the start of their preparations for the upcoming campaign.

A friendly against FC Red Bull Salzburg on January 6 will serve as the final test before competitive play resumes. The match gives manager Vincent Kompany a chance to assess his side’s readiness. One player under close watch is Germany international Jamal Musiala. He suffered a fibula fracture and ankle injury during the 2025 Club World Cup. Since then, he has been training in limited capacity. Kompany now expects Musiala to return to full competitive action in January.

Bayern’s opening fixture against Wolfsburg will test their form after the break. Musiala’s potential return adds strength to the squad as they aim for a strong start in 2026. The team’s preparation includes both training and a high-profile friendly before the league resumes.