Bayen Munich and Boca Juniors have only met once, in the 2001 Intercontinental Cup, when Bayern won 1-0 in Tokyo thanks to Samuel Kuffour's goal in extra time. What will happen in this Club World Cup?
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors preview
After a very one-sided victory at the weekend, will Bayern Munich make it two wins out of two at this summer's Club World Cup? On Sunday, the record 34-times Bundesliga champions demolished Auckland City 10-0 in Cincinnati, scoring four in the first 20 minutes, six in the first half overall, before another four late on. Sacha Boey on target, Kingsley Coman, Michael Olise and Thomas Müller all bagged braces, while Jamal Musiala scored a hat-trick in the space of just 17 minutes.
Of course, tougher tests await for Vincent Kompany's team, but that isn't a bad way to start. Die Roten have now played eight matches at either the Intercontinental Cup or Club World Cup, winning both competitions twice, still yet to concede a goal, scoring 21 times in the process. So, will the Deutscher Rekordmeister maintain that flawless record at Hard Rock Stadium?
Boca Juniors meantime picked up a point in their Group C opener, albeit they'll surely feel it should have been more. The Argentine giants raced into a 2-0 lead against Benfica in, thanks to quick-fire goals from Miguel Merentiel and then Rodrigo Battaglia. However, despite being down to ten men, Benfica fought back to earn a crucial 2-2 draw, before Nicolás Figal was sent off at the death for Boca.
Most are expecting that Miguel Ángel Russo's side will be in direct competition with Benfica for second spot in this section, so that stalemate means we're no nearer to finding out who will advance. The Xeneize will take on Auckland City in Nashville in their final group game, and goal difference could be decisive, but anything they can collect in this one in Miami will be viewed as a bonus.
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 1.
- Bayern Munich Wins: 1. Draws: 0. Boca Juniors Wins: 0.
Bayern Munich team news
Amazingly, despite scoring ten in Ohio, Harry Kane didn't bag any of them, so he'll be looking to get off the mark in Miami. Given the scoreline, Vincent Kompany was able to rest key players and give minutes to youngsters Lennart Karl and Adam Aznou, while hat-trick scorer Jamal Musiala came off the bench for his first appearance since suffering a hamstring injury on 4 April.
Kim Min-jae, Hiroki Itō and Alphonso Davies do remain sidelined, while fit again Dayot Upamecano was also able to get minutes into his legs in Cincinnati, so could he start this time, potentially partnering Jonathan Tah, who made his debut against Auckland City?
Bayern Munich predicted lineup vs Boca Juniors: (4-3-3): Neuer; Boey, Stanišić, Tah, Guerreiro; Kimmich, Pavlović, Olise, Müller, Coman; Kane.
Bayern Munich player to watch vs Boca Juniors
Harry Kane scored 38 goals this season, netting 82 times in 92 apperances for Bayern Munich, winning back-to-back Torjägerkanone awards, so will he futhre improve that ratio?
Boca Juniors team news
Centre-back Nicolás Figal and midfielder Ander Herrera were both sent off against Benfica, the latter being dismissed after he had been substituted, meaning the pair are suspended.
Star striker Edinson Cavani did not feature on Monday due to a hamstring injury, but manager Miguel Ángel Russo is hopeful that the veteran striker could play some part in this one.
Boca Juniors predicted lineup vs Bayern Munich: (5-3-2): Marchesín; Advíncula, Costa, Rojo, Blanco; Belmonte, Battaglia, Zenón, Palacios, Velasco; Merentiel.
Boca Juniors player to watch vs Bayern Munich
Miguel Merentiel broke the deadlock against Benfica, his eighth goal of 2025 to date, so could he be the hero in South Florida?
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors prediction
We are backing Bayern Munich for victory at Hard Rock Stadium, with a high-scoring match likely, one in which the Bundesliga champions should be simply too strong: Bayern Munich 3-1 Boca Juniors.
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors FAQs - FIFA Club World Cup
How to watch Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors FIFA Club World Cup game on TV channel?
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Channel 5 and DAZN UK
- USA: TBS and DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors FIFA Club World Cup game on live streaming?
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: My5 and DAZN UK
- USA: TBS and DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors in the FIFA Club World Cup?
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors takes place on Friday 20 June 2025, with kick off at 2:00am (BST), 21:00 (EDT) & 18:00 (PDT).