Manchester City are the early favourites to win against Bayern Munich. This is also because of their recent great form in the Premier League.
However, Bayern Munich have also done well under new manager Thomas Tuchel. The German coach also has the experience of winning games against Pep Guardiola.
MANCHESTER CITY VS BAYERN MUNICH PLAYERS AVAILABILITY
Manchester City have a nearly fit squad for the game against Bayern Munich. The return of Erling Haaland against Southampton means that only Phil Foden is unavailable for the match. Pep Guardiola is also unlikely to change his line-up. This is after their quality wins in the Premier League recently. However, recent line-ups in the Champions League suggest that Bernardo Silva replaces Riyad Mahrez.
Whereas, Bayern Munich will miss their star striker against Manchester City. Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting will miss the game because of knee injury. Sadio Mane is also expected to start on the bench because of his poor form. Therefore, it looks like Serge Gnabry will lead the line instead of Choupo-Moting in the first leg away from home at Etihad.
FINAL SCORE PREDICTION OF THE IMPORTANT GAME
Manchester City are the favourites to win the first leg against the German giants. This is also because of their recent form in the Champions League. Hence, as favourites, the players will definitely try to start the game on attacking front. However, Bayern Munich also have the experience of Thomas Tuchel. He has the experience of winning a Champions League final.
The German coach managed to win the Champions League final with his former club Chelsea. Hence, Tuchel is up for the challenge against Manchester City. Bayern Munich also have a great record in the Champions League this season. Hence, Bayern Munich and Pep Guardiola’s men are likely to settle for an entertaining 3-3 draw in the first leg.
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Manchester City team will certainly try to show their attacking power in the match. However, Bayern Munich also have the forwards that can quickly start a counter-attack. Therefore, this game should have end-to end stuff.
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