Barcelona defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-0 on Sunday to win their second straight La Liga game and put their El Clasico loss behind them. In 11 games, they have only given up four goals in their domestic league....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
In the Champions League, it’s been a different scenario, and with two games remaining, they could be eliminated if they don’t win, especially with Inter Milan facing bottom club Viktoria Plzen.
After defeating Hoffenheim 2-0 last weekend, Bayern Munich is currently unbeaten in their past four Bundesliga games entering this one.
They know that two points from their final two games will secure them top spot because they are one of just two teams in the Champions League to have a perfect group stage campaign thus far.
Barcelona may have found their form, but Bayern is expected to triumph to maintain their unblemished record in Europe thus far this season.
Barcelona team News.
Four players, including Roberto, who damaged his shoulder over the weekend following an uncomfortable landing in the win over Athletic Bilbao, are out for Xavi going into this match.
Bayern Munich team News.
Both Lucas Hernandez and Bouna Sarr remain sidelined. The injured players for the away team here continue to be Manuel Neuer and Leroy Sane.
Bayern Munich Potential Starting Xi.
Goalkeeper: Ulreich.
Defenders: Matthijs De Ligt, Dayot Upamecano, Pavard and Davies.
Midfielders: Goretzka, Josh Kimmich and Musiala.
Forwards: Gnabry, Coman and Sadio Mane.
Barcelona Potential Starting Xi.
Goalkeeper: Ter Stegen.
Defenders: Kounde, Pique and Alaba. While Eric Garcia could replace Araujo in the lineup.
Midfielders: De Jong, Jessie and Pedri.
Forwards: Ousmane Dembele, Lewandwoski and Raphinha.