- UEFA Champions League Semifinal 1 – Bayern Munich v Real Madrid Predictions & Preview
Thomas Tuchel and Carlo Ancelotti meet once again in the Champions League, and it promises to be tactically exciting. Two of the biggest clubs in the world go head-to-head in the semifinals of the Champions League, and the winner of this tie is touted to win the competition.
Bayern saw off Arsenal at Allianz Arena, while Real Madrid killed the bigger giant in Manchester City. A place in the final at Wembley is at stake as Real Madrid chase their 15th UCL crown, while Bayern Munich chase their 7th.
Form
Trust Bayern Munich’s form at your own peril. The Germans were not the favourites on paper going into their quarter-final tie against Arsenal, but they tactically outclassed Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal side. The Bavarians have played twice since their 1-0 win against Arsenal, and they have won both matches convincingly.
Bayern Munich form in all competitions – DWWWW
Real Madrid have also been flawless since they qualified for the UCL semis against Manchester City. They defeated Barcelona 3-2 in a controversial El Clásico, and they also won away at Real Sociedad last Friday.
Real Madrid form in all competitions – DWWWW
Team News
Alphonso Davies is back after serving his suspension. Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel is sweating over the fitness of some first team players. Konrad Laimer, Matthijs de Ligt, and Jamal Musiala are all doubtful for this match. Leroy Sané, is also a major doubt.
Thomas Tuchel thinks Serge Gnabry will score against Real Madrid, so that could mean the German is fit and ready.
Bayern Munich Possible Lineup – Neuer; Kimmich, Kim, Dier, Davies; Goretzka, Pavlovic; Muller, Musiala, Gnabry; Kane
Real Madrid have a relatively healthy squad. Bellingham and Rodrygo are expected back following their illness over the weekend.
Real Madrid Possible Lineup – Lunin; Vazquez, Rudiger, Tchouameni, Mendy; Valverde, Camavinga, Kroos; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinícius Júnior
Stats
- Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have played against each other 26 times in the Champions League. Real Madrid have a slight edge with 12 wins, Bayern have beaten Los Blancos 11 times, and there have been 3 draws.
- Real Madrid are currently on an 18-game unbeaten run in all competitions.
- In the last 3 years, Bayern Munich have not lost at home in the Champions League.
- Real Madrid defeated Bayern Munich in 2013-14, 2016-17 and 2017-18, and they went on to win the UEFA Champions League in those seasons.
- Real Madrid are unbeaten in 10 UCL matches so far this season.
Betting Odds
Bayern Munich are slightly favoured by the bookies to win on home soil with @2.49 odds compared to a tempting @2.86 for Real Madrid. Harry Kane has scored 7 times for Bayern Munich this season in the Champions League. He is backed to score against Real Madrid @2.20. Rodrygo, Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior are backed to score anytime @3.80, 3.10, and 2.80 respectively.
Historically, it has never been boring between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. So, an Over 1.5 goals pick is backed @1.22, and an over 2.5 is backed @1.68.
Score Prediction
| Bayern Munich | 1-3 | Real Madrid |
