Bayern starts against Stuttgart – North Derby in November
The Bundesliga opener belongs to the record champions, while the North Derby in November brings excitement.
The 2026/27 Bundesliga kicks off in style: FC hosts on the opening day, before the North Derby electrifies the league in November. The DFL is setting the tone for immediate excitement by sending the record champions against a tough opponent in the Allianz Arena on the first matchday. Stuttgart has proven in recent years that it can compete with the big teams, making this start an early stress test for the defending champions.
