Bayern host RB Leipzig in Bundesliga opener on August 22

The Bundesliga season kicks off Friday, 22 August, with champions Bayern Munich facing RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena.

As tradition, the title-holders launch the campaign; the DFL has confirmed early matchday dates and times.

The matchup stress-tests Leipzig’s press against Bayern’s new-look attack.

“Bayern Munich will kick off the new campaign at home to RB Leipzig.”

Significance: early points offer ballast ahead of Europe and a congested autumn schedule.