Bayern Munich’s Champions League journey moves north on 13 October, with Viking FC awaiting in Norway as the second round of league-phase fixtures begins. The German side arrive after a statement 5-0 win over Bodø/Glimt, while Viking need a response following their 3-1 defeat to Stuttgart.
Kick-off is scheduled for 13:00 Central Mexico time. HBO Max and FOX One will carry the match.
Quick facts
- Match: Viking FC vs Bayern Munich
- Competition: UEFA Champions League, matchday two
- Date: 13 October
- Kick-off: 13:00, Central Mexico time
- Broadcast: HBO Max and FOX One
- Previous results: Bayern Munich beat Bodø/Glimt 5-0; Viking lost 3-1 to Stuttgart
For Bayern, the trip is an opportunity to build on an opening-night performance that put them in a strong early position. Their margin against Bodø/Glimt underlined the attacking threat available to the Bavarian club, but the task in Norway is to maintain that standard rather than assume the points will follow.
Harry Kane remains the central reference point in Bayern’s forward line. With further options from wide areas and midfield, the visitors have several routes to create danger against a Viking defence that must find greater balance after conceding three against Stuttgart.
Viking’s home support could give the Norwegian team early momentum, particularly in a fixture that already carries pressure after the first-match loss. Yet the hosts will need discipline as well as energy, because Bayern are accustomed to punishing moments of disorder.
The home side cannot simply spend the afternoon defending. Recoveries must become quick forward breaks if Viking are to make the contest competitive, while their attacking players will need to use any openings left by Bayern’s advances.
Bayern travel as clear favourites, backed by their emphatic opening result and a squad familiar with Europe’s highest level. For Viking, this is a chance to prevent their continental campaign from slipping away at the first turn of the schedule.
