Bayern Munich will need to overturn a one-goal deficit against Atlético Madrid on Tuesday if they're to make it through into the Champions League final. A Saúl Ñíguez wonder goal was the only thing that separated the two teams at the Calderón in Madrid last week, with Atléti turning in a typically stubborn defensive performance to prevent Pep Guardiola's men from snatching an all-important away goal.
Bayern Munich vs. Atlético Madrid 2016: Time, TV schedule and team news for Champions League
Bayern will need a comeback win against Atléti if they’re to make the Champions League final.
Atléti would surely have liked their slender advantage to have been a little more comfortable, but if there’s any team capable of beating Bayern from this position, it’s them. Superbly organised in defence and lethal on the counterattack, their plan is once again going to be an über-reactive one. If they can keep things tight early on, Bayern are going to get increasingly desperate, and that’s when Atléti can really twist the knife.
Key factor: Will Bayern find an early breakthrough?
We can expect Bayern to seize control of proceedings from the first whistle. Guardiola’s side loves to have possession, and Diego Simeone’s Atléti will be only too happy to let them have it. If Bayern can make the most of their early pressure and find a breakthrough, they’ll certainly be in the driving seat. However, if Atléti can weather the storm, they may well be able to capitalize on their hosts’ increasing frustration.
Key player: Thomas Müller (Bayern Munich)
Guardiola made the peculiar decision of benching attacker Thomas Müller in the first leg, with the German international only stretching his legs in the game’s final few minutes. He’ll certainly be expecting to return to the starting lineup for this encounter. There are few players in the game who have a knack of finding space in tight defenses, and he could well prove to be the difference between these two teams.
Bayern Munich injuries and suspensions
Out: Arjen Robben (adductor); Holger Badstuber (ankle). In doubt: None.
Atlético Madrid injuries and suspensions
Out: Tiago (knee). In doubt: None.
Atléti will be without defender Godín and midfielder Tiago; while Bayern’s only confirmed absentees are defender Badstuber and winger Robben.
Match date/time: Tues., May 3, 2:45 p.m. ET, 8:45 p.m. local
Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany
TV: Fox Sports 1 (US - English); ESPN Deportes (US - Spanish); TSN, beIN Sports (Canada); BT Sport Europe (UK)
Online: Fox Sports GO, Fox Soccer 2GO (US); TSN live streaming, beIN Sports Connect (Canada); BT Sport live streaming (UK)
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