Bayern's defeat against Wehen Wiesbaden is "normal", he says
Why it matters
Bayern Munich's defeat against Wehen Wiesbaden, although disappointing, should not worry the fans. Tom Bischof underlined that the result is to be considered normal at this stage of preparation, especially with a youth team lined up due to the absences of the starters for the World Cup. This match offers an important opportunity for young talents to showcase themselves and gain experience ahead of the Bundesliga season.
Context
Bayern Munich, historically one of the strongest clubs in the Bundesliga, is going through a transition phase with a mix of young talents and experienced players. Tom Bischof, in particular, is emerging as a key figure, having already proven his worth by scoring a penalty in the match against Wehen Wiesbaden. His growth will be crucial to the club's ambitions next season.
Key points
- Bayern's defeat against Wehen Wiesbaden is "normal", he says.
- Bayern Munich midfielder Tom Bischof declared that the 2-1 defeat in the preparation match against Wehen Wiesbaden was considered normal.
- Bayern's pre-season defeat to Wehen Wiesbaden 'normal', says Bischof.
Bayern Munich began their pre-season preparations with a 2-1 defeat against Wehen Wiesbaden, but Tom Bischof did not let the result affect him. In what was the first match for the Bavarians since the DFB-Pokal victory against Stuttgart on May 23, Vincent Kompany's young team fared the worst against their third-division opponents. With many starters still absent due to World Cup commitments, Kompany had to field a team with an average age of just 17.6 years. Ibrahim Ati Allah gave Wehen the lead 10 minutes into the first half when his shot slipped out of the hands of goalkeeper David Podar-Stiube. Kompany then made three substitutions in the 25th minute of the first half. The Bundesliga champions managed to equalize just before the hour mark, thanks to a penalty from Bischof, earned after a foul suffered by Tim Binder. However, eight minutes before the end, Lukas Schleimer scored the winning goal for Wehen. The match was balanced, with the opponents slightly prevailing in terms of scoring chances. Bischof, along with Joao Palhinha and Sacha Boey, was among the few experienced players fielded by Kompany, but the midfielder said he was not worried about the result. "We controlled the game for long stretches. Maybe we lacked a little movement, but that's normal after only a week of training," Bischof said. "It's a shame we lost, we could have won. Overall, the boys did well. It was clear to me that I would take the penalty. I've been practicing penalties a lot lately, I felt good and I'm happy it went well." Yesterday's match was only the second official match between the two teams; in the previous one, played in 2025-26, Wehen forced Bayern to play for qualification to the subsequent rounds of the German Cup. The Bavarians won the match 3-2, thanks to a goal from Harry Kane in the 94th minute, after the home team had managed to equalize the score in the second half. Bayern Munich will return to action for more friendlies against FC Rottach-Egern, Jeju SK FC, Aston Villa and RB Leipzig, before facing Leipzig again for the Telekom Cup. The Bavarians will also play in the German Super Cup against Borussia Dortmund on 22 August and will begin their Bundesliga season on 29 August, away against Stuttgart.
What happens now
With pre-season preparations having just begun, Bayern Munich will have the opportunity to regroup and improve ahead of the upcoming matches. Vincent Kompany's team will have to work on cohesion and intensity to best face the Bundesliga season. Fans can expect the team to evolve as experienced players return and the group consolidates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Bayern Munich vs Wehen Wiesbaden match?
The final score was 2-1 in favor of Wehen Wiesbaden.
Who scored the goals in the Bayern Munich vs Wehen Wiesbaden match?
Ibrahim Ati Allah scored for Wehen Wiesbaden, Tom Bischof scored a penalty for Bayern Munich, and Lukas Schleimer scored the winning goal for Wehen.
What is the impact of Bayern's defeat on the Bundesliga standings?
Being a pre-season preparation match, the defeat has no impact on the Bundesliga standings.
When will Bayern Munich's next match be?
Bayern Munich's next match is not specified in the article.
Who coached Bayern Munich during the match against Wehen Wiesbaden?
Bayern Munich was coached by Vincent Kompany during the match.
