TOTWBundesliga TOTS Predicted Starting XI
The Munich domination of the Bundesliga has returned during the 2025/26 campaign, and with the most goals scored, least goals conceded, a single loss, and a twelve-point lead at the top, it comes as no surprise that the majority of their side is in contention for this squad. I have limited them to six, however, with the likes of Dortmund, Leverkusen, Leipzig, and Stuttgart all featuring well.
GK: Gregor Kobel (Dortmund) - 86 OVR -> 95 OVR:
The voting process takes a big toll on the starting eleven, and with the shortlist of goalkeepers given by EA, there’s only one keeper who is likely to be selected by the masses, with that being Kobel. The Swiss stopper has been among the best keepers this season; however, the system makes it significantly easier to select.
LB: Grimaldo (Leverkusen) - 85 OVR -> 95 OVR:
The surprising part of this selection is EA opting to include Grimaldo among the defenders, despite all other promotional items being classified as LM. Regardless of the final position, Grimaldo would have been included; however, it could change the outcome of other candidates in the side. With eight goals and seven assists to his name, the Spaniard has been a consistent performer for Leverkusen once again this season.
CB: Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich) - 85 OVR -> 94 OVR:
As mentioned, the voting system has a huge impact on this starting eleven, and from the CBs it is clear to see how the majority will vote for Upamecano, with the Frenchman being a highly popular option over the past few seasons. That being said, Upamecano has genuinely been impressive for Munich, helping towards the best defence in the division. Mix those two factors together and he becomes the easiest defender to select.
CB: Luka Vuskovic (Hamburg) - 72 OVR -> 92 OVR:
Outside of your big-name attackers, Vuskovic is one of the brightest young prospects in the game. At just nineteen years of age, his performances in the Bundesliga for Hamburg have caught the eyes of numerous European sides. While contracted to Tottenham as it stands, the young Croatian’s future will be a huge talking point in the summer window. Strong defensively and an attacking threat, Vuskovic has the potential to become one of the best CBs in the game.
RB: Konrad Laimer (Munich) - 82 OVR -> 93 OVR:
Laimer was always a consistent performer while playing a CDM role for both Leipzig and then Munich, but Bayern opted to deploy the Austrian as a RB this season, and Laimer has not looked back since. He has been among the very best RBs this year in general, and should Munich end up winning the Champions League, I would even suggest a potential TOTY inclusion for him. With three goals and six assists, alongside contributing to the best defence in the league, there’s no chance that Laimer misses out.
LM: Luis Diaz (Munich) - 85 OVR -> 95 OVR:
As we approach the attacking options, as you would expect from a side with one hundred and five goals, with the second-highest on sixty, there are a lot of Munich options selected. Díaz was one of three players with a higher goal and assist total than matches played, with fifteen goals and eleven assists from his twenty-seven appearances.
CM: Aleix Garcia (Leverkusen) - 83 OVR -> 94 OVR:
I think a lot of the starting eleven picks itself for this side, but one position which is not locked in is CM. There are several options that could ultimately make this side, but the familiar big names likely end up in the eleven. García does a lot of the legwork in the middle of the park for Leverkusen and is one of the more popular options in terms of FUT from the EA shortlist. The Spaniard has scored twice and provided six assists throughout the current campaign.
CDM:Joshua Kimmich (Munich) - 89 OVR -> 96 OVR:
Kimmich has been a consistent feature within the Bundesliga TOTS for a long time now, and the German looks set to walk into yet another Bundesliga TOTS here. With two goals, six assists, and brilliant defensive stats, he’s been a key player within this title-winning side. Kimmich has among the highest average match ratings from Kicker across the season, which, considering his attacking returns are limited, shows just how good he’s been.
RM: Michael Olise (Munich) - 86 OVR -> 96 OVR:
Olise’s numbers are among the best in Europe, with the Frenchman continuing to improve season by season, which, considering his level at both Palace and his opening season at Munich, is quite something. With twelve goals and eighteen assists during the 2025/26 campaign, he’s been a key player within the Munich side and could even argue a case for being Bundesliga Player of the Season.
ST: Deniz Undav (Stuttgart) - 80 OVR -> 94 OVR:
The two striker selections are as easy as they come, with Stuttgart’s Undav being the first. As the league’s second-highest goalscorer with eighteen, Undav has played a pivotal role in Stuttgart’s push for a Champions League position. With an additional five assists to his name, Undav has had a direct contribution to over a third of their total goals.
ST: Harry Kane (Munich) - 89 OVR -> 97 OVR:
Harry Kane has always been highly rated, but I don’t think he gets the credit he deserves. His goalscoring form for Munich has been on a similar level to that of Haaland’s for City, averaging over a goal a game since joining. The Englishman has scored thirty-one goals in twenty-six matches this season, cruising towards the Golden Boot.
Bundesliga TOTS Predicted Subs & Reserves
GK: Moritz Nicolas (Gladbach) - 75 OVR -> 91 OVR:
The substitute goalkeeper will likely be selected by EA, which makes things more difficult, with several keepers making a case for selection. Moritz has the highest number of saves in the division with 121. This was one of the more difficult positions to select, though.
CB: Nico Schlotterbeck (Dortmund) - 85 OVR -> 93 OVR:
There are arguments to be made about Schlotterbeck making the starting eleven in this side, but I feel the hype around Vuskovic overshadows him. That being said, I would be shocked if the German doesn’t feature within a full squad. Dortmund have the second-best defence in the division, conceding as many goals as games played, which in a league that is largely free-scoring is a good return. Schlotterbeck has been at the heart of that, playing twenty-three of their twenty-nine matches, also chipping in with four goals.
RB: Ryerson (Dortmund) - 79 OVR -> 92 OVR:
The third and final Dortmund player I have opted for is another defensive player in the side. As mentioned, they have the second-best defence in the division, but Ryerson also leads several attacking metrics. The Norwegian has produced the most crosses into opposing boxes, and that has ultimately led to an impressive twelve assists, which for a RB is ridiculous.
CDM: Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart) - 83 OVR -> 93 OVR:
It seems to be a common statistic among these holding midfielders, but Stiller is another with two goals and six assists. His performances throughout the season have led him to be one of Stuttgart’s key players, with Germany taking notice and calling him up to their national setup, while also attracting interest from several top sides.
RW: Yan Diomande (Leipzig) - 66 OVR -> 92 OVR:
There were several youngsters breaking onto the scene this year in the Bundesliga, but none were more impressive than Diomande. The Ivorian became a regular addition to the Leipzig teamsheet, with several impressive performances occurring this season. In total, Diomande has recorded eleven goals and six assists, with a lot of sides keeping an eye on the talented winger as a result.
RW: Said El Mala (Koln) - 68 OVR -> 91 OVR:
Another young winger excelling in the Bundesliga this season has been El Mala, with eleven goals and three assists to his name he’s been a key reason why Köln look set to avoid the drop this season. It’s likely to be an interesting summer window for the young German.
CAM: Andrej Kramaric (Hoffenheim) - 81 OVR -> 92 OVR:
Kramarić has been a key figure within the Hoffenheim side for multiple seasons now, and this year was no different. The Croatian once again helped lead the side, who are looking towards a European spot as things stand. With ten goals and five assists from predominantly the CAM position, it seems unrealistic that this squad won’t contain Kramarić.
LB:David Raum (Leipzig) - 82 OVR -> 92 OVR:
There were so many defensive options for this side, and it was difficult to exclude any of them. While I have included seven, which could easily be too many, I could have included more. Leipzig look set to finish top four but had limited options for this side. Raum was one who excelled, however, scoring three and providing six assists as he caused constant issues down that left-hand side.
RM: Jamie Leweling (Stuttgart) - 75 OVR -> 91 OVR:
Leweling is a versatile player who can play on either wing; this has helped Stuttgart’s attacking side of the game, with Leweling performing well on both wings. With seven goals and seven assists, it seems inevitable that he will feature one way or another within this side.
CM: Christoph Baumgartner (Leipzig) - 77 OVR -> 91 OVR:
In terms of offensive output, this has been Baumgartner’s best season to date, excelling in a creative role for Leipzig. The Austrian has recorded twelve goals and seven assists, but his performances are not solely based on attack; he also does a lot of work for the side defensively. It’s just been a superb season in general for Baumgartner, really.
ST: Fisnik Asllaini (Hoffenheim) - 73 OVR -> 90 OVR:
The final striker option for this side was actually a difficult decision to make, with numerous candidates separated by very little. Asllaini’s assist total is what ultimately tips it in his favour for me, with the Hoffenheim forward recording nine goals and six assists in that European football-chasing Hoffenheim side.
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