Get ready for an exhilarating UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg as Real Madrid takes on Bayern Munich this Tuesday.
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Alvaro Arbeloa’s Real crushed Manchester City in the last 16. They are the reigning champions of this tournament for a reason. Despite struggling in La Liga and likely finishing behind Barcelona once again, Real excels in the Champions League and will need to bring their best game to these two matches against Bayern Munich.
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Vincent Kompany’s Bayern have been in stellar form throughout the Champions League campaign. With a formidable attack, having Harry Kane in this kind of shape always gives them a sense of confidence going into a match. Playing the first leg away offers Bayern a significant chance to advance to the semifinals.
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How to watch Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich live: stream link and start time
Kickoff time: 3pm ET Tuesday (April 7)
Venue: Santiago Bernabeu — Madrid, Spain
TV Channel/Streaming: Paramount+
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Real Madrid team news and focus
Arbeloa opted to rest several key players over the weekend, resulting in a surprising loss to Mallorca. Star goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois remains sidelined with injury, a significant setback, though Andriy Lunin is a capable substitute. Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Franco Mastantuono, and Thiago Pitarch may form an attacking front, while Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler, and Brahim Diaz are also expected to play crucial roles. With some key defenders returning from injury, Real Madrid will need strong performances in midfield and defense to control the game and limit Bayern’s scoring opportunities.
Bayern Munich team news and focus
Kompany rotated his squad over the weekend, and young talent Lennart Karl scored late as Bayern made a stunning comeback, winning 3-2 against Freiburg, continuing their march towards the Bundesliga title. Harry Kane, who recently sustained an injury while with England, returned to training on Monday, providing a considerable boost. Manuel Neuer is back from injury and will start in goal, joined by Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies, both of whom are set to play important roles off the bench. Kane will spearhead the attack, supported by the dynamic trio of Luis Diaz, Michael Olise, and Serge Gnabry, who will look to create ample scoring opportunities.
Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich prediction
This match has the potential to turn into a high-scoring affair, which bodes well for spectators. Real Madrid 2-2 Bayern Munich.