| This is undoubtedly the biggest game in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. A true classic between two of the most successful clubs in the tournament's history. Real Madrid eliminated Manchester City in the round of 16 after two wins 3-0 at home and 2-1 at Etihad. The team is in incredible form and looks like the main favorite for the trophy. Bayern Munich crushed Atalanta 10-2 on aggregate in the previous round. Despite some lapses in the Bundesliga, Bayern are always at the top of their game in Europe. All eyes are on Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham. Their ability to decide games on big nights is legendary. Madrid will rely on a packed Bernabeu and the magic that this stadium brings to the Champions League. On the other hand, Harry Kane remains the biggest threat for the hosts. Bayern will try to impose physical superiority in the middle of the field through Musiala and Kimmich to limit Madrid's creativity. Real Madrid will likely rely on control and patience, waiting for moments for lightning-fast counterattacks. Under Vincent Kompany Bayern often play with a very high press. |
