FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich face off tonight in a crunch UEFA Champions League match at the Allianz Arena....CONTINUE READING
The game promises to be a very exciting one as it involves two teams with a host of quality players.
In this article, we take a look at how both sides could set up their starting XI. Check it out below:
Bayern Munich
The hosts are likely to play in a 4-3-3 formation with Manuel Neuer starting in the goal.
The quartet of Theo Hernandez, De Ligt, Pavard and Davies should occupy the defensive spots.
Sabitzer and Kimmich are expected to partner as pivots while Muller plays in the attacking-midfield position.
Sadio Mane should lead the attack with Musiala and Sane operating from the wings.
FC Barcelona
Xavi is also expected to line up in a similar way with Marc Andre Ter Stegen starting in the goal.
Eric Garcia and Ronald Araujo should star as center-backs while Jules Kounde and Balde occupy the full-back spots.
Sergio Busquets should play as a DM with Gavi and Pedri Gonzalez completing the trio in the middle of the park.
Robert Lewandowski is set to face his former club as he’s expected to star as the No.9 while Raphinha and Ousmane Dembele stay on the flanks.
Here’s an illustration of the possible lineups below:
