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Two European royalties will face off when Barcelona host Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
Hansi Flick has had a fine start to life as Barcelona manager, and this was further evidenced by the -1 thrashing of Sevilla last weekend to remain at the top of La Liga.
However, the Blaugranas have lost two matches across all competitions this season, a 4-2 defeat away at Osasuna in La Liga, and a 2-1 defeat to Monaco in the UCL opener but Flick’s men played majority of the game with ten men.
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Over in Germany, Vincent Kompany becoming Bayern Munich manager last summer was a shock appointment for many, but the former defender has taken to the huge role like a fish in the pond.
The Bavarians are unbeaten in the Bundesliga where they sit at the top, and they recorded a huge 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb in their opening UCL fixture.
However, a disappointing defeat 1-0 away to Aston Villa on matchday two is their only belmish so far, and it is one they will be hoping to make up for against Barcelona.
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich Head to Head
Bayern have won 10 UCL games against Barcelona, with the Catalans picking up just two victory.
In the history of the UCL, only Real Madrid against Bayern (11) have won more games against a single opponent.
Having won the last six encounters, the Bavarians could become the first team to win seven straight games against a team in the UCL since Real Madrid did so against Ajax in the 2010s.
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich Team News and Possible Lineups
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Barcelona will have Dani Olmo and Gavi in the squad having both recovered from injury, while Frenkie de Jong is still short of full fitness.
Marc Bernal is out long-term, while Ferran Torres, Ronald Araujo, and Andreas Christensen are also unavailable.
Bayern will be without Aleksandar Pavlovic due to a broken collarbone and Jamal Musiala due to a hip issue.
Raphael Guerreiro will likely play right-back, with Konrad Laimer a potential option, as Josip Stanisic and Sacha Boey are also out.
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Barcelona Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Inaki Pena (GK); Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Inigo Martinez, Balde; De Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Dani Olmo, Raphinha; Lewandowski
Bayern Munich Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Neuer (GK); Laimer, Upamecano, Kim, Davies; Kimmich, Joao Palhinha; Olise, Muller, Gnabry; Kane
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich Predictions & Betting Tips
This tie looks closer than it has in past years, as both teams are currently enjoying solid runs this season.
However, Flick’s experience could come into play here as he knows his former team, though Kompany could set up to hurt Barcelona on the break due to their weak defense.
Over 3.5
Both teams to score and over 2.5
Over 1.5 in each half
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