When does Bayern Munich play Borussia Dortmund?

The first top duel is scheduled for matchday 8. The second legs will take place in March, with the exact dates for October and November now set.

Where do newcomers Schalke and Paderborn start?

Both promoted teams, Schalke 04 and SC Paderborn, have to play their first game of the season away from home. This is part of the manual adjustments in the game planning process.

How does the DFL create the game plan?

The DFL uses complex algorithms that are supplemented by manual fine-tuning. International competitive games from Leipzig and Freiburg as well as police requirements are integrated.

When are the exact kick-off times known?

The current plan only specifies the game days. The exact schedule for the individual games will be published by the DFL at a later date.

Bundesliga 2026/27: Bayern against Dortmund on matchday 8

The DFL presents the plan: Schalke and Paderborn start away, top games have been set.

ByKostadin Stamboliev1 sourcePublished 3 Jul, 9:40

Bundesliga 2026/27: Bayern against Dortmund on matchday 8

The DFL has approved the schedule for the 2026/27 season, with the classic between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund already scheduled for October and November on matchday 8. The league's algorithm took the 36 clubs into account fairly, but the manual fine-tuning made for an exciting start. The newly promoted Schalke 04 and SC Paderborn have to find their way straight into the new league and start away, while RB Leipzig and SC Freiburg have to overcome additional logistical challenges due to their participation in the Champions League and Europa League.

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