VfB Stuttgart coach Sebastian Hoeneß is confident about his team’s chances in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup against Bayern Munich. “We’ve had a taste of the Supercup title last year and came very close. This time we want to lift the trophy,” Hoeneß said, highlighting his team’s determination.

Key Points from Hoeneß’s Press Conference

– Team Preparation: Hoeneß praised his team’s pre-season preparations, stating they’ve worked hard to get in good physical shape and are now focusing on the finer details.

– Bayern Munich: He acknowledged Bayern’s strength, calling them one of the best teams in Europe, but emphasized that his team is ready for the challenge.

– Injury Updates: Hoeneß provided updates on his team’s injury status, mentioning that Alexander Nübel won’t play due to an elbow issue, while Angelo Stiller has returned to team training and could be included in the matchday squad.

Hoeneß’s Expectations

Hoeneß believes Stuttgart needs to push beyond their limits and be ready to take on Bayern Munich. He also highlighted the importance of the match, stating that there’s something at stake, which makes emotions run high. This season, Stuttgart aims to win their first major trophy in 18 years, and Hoeneß could become only the second Swabians coach to win two titles with the team ¹ ².

Team Dynamics

Hoeneß praised centre-half Luca Jaquez, describing him as a very athletic player who can build on both feet. However, he noted that new players Andrés Chema, Lazar Jovanovic, and Noah Darvich need more time to integrate into the squad and adapt to the new culture.

Match Prediction

According to Opta’s supercomputer, Bayern Munich has a 48.1% chance of winning, while Stuttgart has a 27.7% chance. The match prediction suggests Bayern Munich will win, given their historical dominance over Stuttgart, with 84 wins in 128 competitive matches since the Bundesliga’s founding.

Players to Watch

– Harry Kane (Bayern Munich): Kane became the first player in Bundesliga history to be crowned top scorer in both of his first two seasons.

– Nick Woltemade (VfB Stuttgart): Woltemade was linked with a move to Bayern Munich but has yet to make a move. He recorded 20 goal involvements in 33 appearances last season and was the top scorer in the DFB-Pokal ³.