Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid Preview | 2023-24 UEFA Champions League

PREDICTED LINE-UPS

Bayern Munich

PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Kimmich, de Ligt, Dier, Davies; Goretzka, Laimer; Sane, Musiala, Guerreiro; Kane

Real Madrid

PREDICTED XI (4-3-1-2): Lunin; Lucas Vazquez, Rudiger, Tchouameni, Mendy; Valverde, Camavinga, Kroos; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior

PREDICTION

While the first legs of Bayern Munich and Real Madrid's quarter-final ties showcased attacking flair with a total of ten goals, this upcoming clash is anticipated to be far more closely contested. Real Madrid are expected to adopt a defensive approach akin to their successful strategy against Manchester City, prioritising solidity at the back and exploiting counter-attacking opportunities. Bayern Munich, aware of their opponent's pace in attack, will likely have devised a tactical plan to mitigate this threat under Thomas Tuchel's guidance. However, Bayern holds the advantage of playing at home, with prolific striker Harry Kane in their ranks, and the burden falls on the German side to unlock Real Madrid's defence. Given the evenly poised nature of this encounter and the precedent of both teams drawing their previous first legs, a similar outcome is a reasonable expectation.