Bayern Munich, the German football powerhouse, is set to face Aston Villa in a lucrative pre-season friendly on August 7 in Hong Kong. This match follows their encounter with South Korean team Jeju SK on August 4. Last season, Bayern and Villa met in the Champions League, where Villa secured a narrow 1-0 victory thanks to Jhon Duran's goal. Bayern, led by England striker Harry Kane, currently tops the Bundesliga and recently defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League quarter-finals. Aston Villa is also enjoying success, being on the brink of advancing to the semi-finals of the Europa League. As both teams prepare for their upcoming fixtures, they must balance the financial benefits of pre-season tours with the need to ensure player welfare, especially with the World Cup scheduled from June 11 to July 19.