Bayern Munich's search for consistency against Augsburg's resurgence

This match marks the 11th round of the season and sees the league leaders, Bayern, on 26 points, face 13th-placed Augsburg, who have only 12 points.

Bayern, under manager Vincent Kompany, cannot afford another slip-up if they are to maintain their lead over second-placed RB Leipzig and third-placed Eintracht Frankfurt.

On the other hand, Augsburg will be looking to pull off an upset to distance themselves from the relegation zone.

Despite sitting top of the table, Bayern's form has been a mix of highs and lows. The Bavarians have shown flashes of brilliance, including a five-match winning streak, all with clean sheets.

However, they have also suffered disappointing defeats, including a heavy loss to Barcelona in the Champions League, and draws against Bayer Leverkusen and Eintracht Frankfurt, as well as a surprise defeat to Aston Villa.

Bayern will once again rely heavily on their star striker, Harry Kane, to deliver the goals and secure all three points.

However, there is a growing sense of pressure on Kompany to bring more consistency to the team's performances as they aim to avoid any further stumbles.

Augsburg, on the other hand, are coming into this fixture in strong form. They head into the game on a five-match unbeaten run, with their most recent win being a resounding 7-0 thrashing of Ingolstadt.

Over the past month, Augsburg's defence has been resolute, conceding just one goal per match, and they will look to maintain that solid defensive record against the league leaders.

The key to Augsburg's success will be their ability to hit Bayern on the counterattack, with pacey forwards like Alexis Claude Maurice offering the potential for dangerous breaks. They will look to frustrate Bayern's attacking play and exploit any gaps left at the back.

As Bayern aim to stay atop the table, Augsburg will be hoping to continue their fine form and further ease their relegation fears. It's set to be a crucial encounter for both teams.

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