In what promises to be a thrilling encounter, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich clash in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final, with a place in the final at stake. Last week's first leg ended in a 2-2 draw, setting the stage for an intense battle at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid enters the match buoyed by their recent La Liga triumph, while Bayern Munich, despite a weekend loss, will draw inspiration from their strong performance in the first leg. The Germans displayed impressive form, although missed opportunities prevented them from securing a first-leg advantage.
These two European powerhouses have a storied history on this stage, with Real Madrid often emerging victorious. However, Bayern Munich boasts a commendable record at the Bernabeu, albeit rarely exiting the competition after avoiding defeat in the first leg away from home.
The clash is expected to be steeped in tradition and excitement, with the winner securing a spot in the final at Wembley on June 1st.
Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich Match Details:
- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Stadium: Estadio Santiago Bernabeu
- Date: Wednesday, May 8th
- Kick-off Time: 20:00 BST / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT
- Referee: Szymon Marciniak (POL)
- VAR: Tomasz Kwiatkowski (POL)
Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games):
| Team | Wins | Draws | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Bayern Munich | 0 | 2 | 3 |
Recent Form (All Competitions):
| Real Madrid | Bayern Munich |
|---|---|
| W - 3-0 vs Cadiz | L - 1-3 vs Stuttgart |
| D - 2-2 vs Bayern | D - 2-2 vs Real Madrid |
| W - 1-0 vs Real Sociedad | W - 2-1 vs Eintracht Frankfurt |
| W - 3-2 vs Barcelona | W - 5-1 vs Union Berlin |
| D - 1-1 vs Man City | W - 1-0 vs Arsenal |
How to Watch Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich:
- United Kingdom: discovery+ App, TNT Sports 1, TNT Sports Ultimate, discovery+
- United States: TUDN.com, Paramount+, CBS, Univision, Univision NOW, TUDN USA, TUDN App
- Canada: DAZN
Real Madrid Team News:
Real Madrid enters the second leg with a fully fit squad. Dani Carvajal returns to the starting lineup after serving a suspension in the first leg. The predicted lineup for Real Madrid is as follows:
Predicted Real Madrid Lineup (4-3-1-2): Lunin; Carvajal, Rudiger, Nacho, Mendy; Tchouameni, Kroos, Valverde; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr.
Bayern Munich Team News:
Bayern Munich faces several potential absentees, including Raphael Guerreiro and Eric Dier. However, Matthijs de Ligt is expected to return to contention. The predicted lineup for Bayern Munich is as follows:
Predicted Bayern Munich Lineup (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Kimmich, Dier, De Ligt, Mazraoui; Laimer, Goretzka; Sane, Muller, Musiala; Kane.
Score Prediction:
The match is expected to be tightly contested, with Bayern Munich having a strong chance of progressing, especially under the guidance of Thomas Tuchel. A draw seems likely, potentially leading to a penalty shootout, with Bayern Munich emerging victorious.
Prediction: Real Madrid 2-2 (4-5p) Bayern Munich
