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Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid Champions League preview: Team news and predicted lineups
TL;DR
Bayern Munich will host Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals after a 2-1 victory in the first leg. Bayern's recent 5-0 win against FC St. Pauli has solidified their lead in the Bundesliga.
Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid Champions League preview: Team news and predicted lineups
After winning 2-1 at the Bernabéu last week, Bayern Munich will aim to book their place in the Champions League semi-finals when Real Madrid visit the Allianz Arena for the second leg on Wednesday.
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany rotated his side for Saturdayâs Bundesliga match against FC St. Pauli, making seven changes as his team cruised to a 5-0 victory.
The win put Bayern 12 points clear of Borussia Dortmund at the top of the table, moving them ever closer to clinching the Bundesliga title while maintaining strong momentum.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, extended their winless run to three games, as Alvaro Arbeloa's side were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Girona. Far from the ideal build-up to the second leg for the Spanish giants, who now sit nine points behind Barcelona at the top of La Liga.
Bayern midfield strategist Joshua Kimmich, however, is not putting too much emphasis on Realâs domestic form.
âIt doesnât matter at all what their form is like. When itâs Champions League time, they perform. Thatâs why I think what theyâve done before is irrelevant,â he told Bild ahead of Wednesday's game.
Team news and predicted lineups:
Serge Gnabry was left out of the Bayern squad for Saturdayâs win over St. Pauli due to minor knee problems, but is expected to be fit to start on Wednesday. If not, Jamal Musiala will be ready to step in after recording a goal and an assist at the weekend.
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany said Harry Kane âfelt a few reactionsâ after returning from injury in the first leg, but after being rested against St. Pauli, the England striker is also fully expected to start.
Young talent Lennart Karl, however, will not be available this time after picking up a thigh injury last week, joining third-choice goalkeeper Sven Ulreich and fellow youngsters Maycon Cardozo, Cassiano Kiala and Wisdom Mike on the sidelines.
As for Real Madrid, star striker Kylian Mbappé missed training on Sunday after receiving an elbow to the head against Girona, but will be available after returning to training on Monday.
Aurélien Tchouaméni is suspended, while Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo remain sidelined.
Click here to see our predicted lineups for Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid.
Q&A
What was the score of the first leg between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid?
Bayern Munich won the first leg 2-1 at the Bernabéu.
How did Bayern Munich perform in their last Bundesliga match before facing Real Madrid?
Bayern Munich won 5-0 against FC St. Pauli, making seven changes to their lineup.
What is Bayern Munich's current position in the Bundesliga standings?
Bayern Munich is 12 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga table.
