A heavily rotated FC Bayern Munich lineup, orchestrated by manager Vincent Kompany, faced early adversity against 1. FC Heidenheim after conceding from a set-piece lapse. Following a high-scoring UEFA Champions League semifinal clash against Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern rested key figures including Harry Kane. The reshuffled side struggled for cohesion, allowing Heidenheim to capitalize through Budu Zivzivadze. The development underscores the operational risks tied to squad rotation amid congested schedules and highlights the strategic trade-offs elite clubs must navigate.