Bayern Munich's grip on the Bundesliga title race loosened sharply after a frustrating 0-0 draw at Schalke on Matchday 2, ending a remarkable run of 67 consecutive matchdays as league leaders. The result exposed real concerns about the squad's depth and attacking efficiency, with Luis Diaz squandering multiple clear chances and stand-in striker Ismael Saibari struggling to make an impact in the absence of Harry Kane and Michael Olise, who were rested for load management reasons. Vincent Kompany brought all three off the bench in the second half, but even 370 million euros worth of attacking talent could not break down a disciplined Schalke side marshalled by an outstanding Loris Karius. The draw also ended Bayern's run of 47 consecutive Bundesliga games with a goal, a streak stretching back to February 2025.

Off the pitch, the situation is equally unsettled. Jamal Musiala returned from a neurological condition to make his first appearance of the season as a substitute at Schalke, and the club plans to manage his minutes carefully going forward. Sacha Boey remains at the club after a transfer away collapsed, while Audi's potential exit as a sponsor worth 45 million euros per year adds financial uncertainty to the background noise. Bayern now sit sixth in the Bundesliga table with four points from two games, and face FK Bodoe/Glimt in the Champions League on 10 September, a match that arrives at a moment when confidence needs rebuilding.