Hamann: The wave of injuries has made Bayern’s lineup too weak, and the real test will come in April and May next year

In the 7th round of the Bundesliga on October 20, Bayern defeated Dortmund 2-1 at home. Bayern started the new season with an 11-game winning streak. However, TV commentator and former Bayern star Hamann reminded his old club on the "Sky90" program that he believed Bayern's current lineup is too weak and it is doubtful whether it can maintain such intensity.

■After Bayern defeated Dortmund 2-1

Hamann said: "Bayern is still the team with the most runs in the Bundesliga. Their current lineup is too weak. Whether they can maintain this intensity forever, we will wait and see."

As to whether Bayern's lineup is too thin, this topic has caused extensive discussion during this summer's transfer period. The reality is: Bayern is currently experiencing a serious wave of injuries, especially on the defensive line.

In the game against Dortmund, there were only two truly healthy full-backs left: Sacha Boy (25 years old) played on the right, and Laimer (28 years old) guest-starred at left back.

Substitute option Guerrero (31 years old) suffered from muscle discomfort after a thigh contusion and reluctantly entered the squad but did not play; Stanisic (25 years old) suffered a partial tear of the medial ligament of his right knee and has not recovered from the injury for a month. He is also likely to be unable to make it to Wednesday's Champions League game against Club Brugge.

In addition, several key players are injured: Alphonso Davis (24 years old): torn cruciate ligament in his right knee; Hiroyuki Ito (26 years old): third metatarsal fracture; Musiala (22 years old): recovering from fibula injury.

In the match against Dortmund, Gnabry (30 years old), who was in excellent form, was also temporarily absent due to adductor discomfort.

However, sports director Eberl said after the game that the situation was not serious: "Gnabry only had mild adductor pain and felt discomfort during training, but there was no structural damage and it was not a serious injury. He will be back soon."

Looking forward to the second half of the season and the upcoming Champions League knockout stage Hamann reminded: "The real test will be in April and May, that's when the trophies will be awarded. Bayern also played very well last autumn, but then its form declined sharply. So I won't draw a conclusion too early now."

Of course, if Bayern can welcome back all the main players by then, they will still be the favorite.