Bayern Munich has a serious mountain to climb in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League tie against Real Madrid on Tuesday. They lost 2-1 at home in the first leg, but they’ll like the way their lineup matches up against Madrid’s a little better this time around.
Real Madrid vs. Bayern Munich: Robert Lewandowski in, Gareth Bale out
The Bavarians have a tough task in front of them, but a win is possible with Lewandowski back.
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Robert Lewandowski missed that match, but he was back in full training on Monday. He’ll almost certainly start. Gareth Bale, meanwhile, is out with a knock. He’s expected to play in El Clásico this weekend, but Madrid’s attack might suffer without him on Tuesday.
Howler of the day
Almere City goalkeeper Chiel Kramer allowed one of the worst goals you’ll ever see in the Dutch second division on Monday. (r/soccer)
In the news
18-year-old Mallory Pugh is leaving UCLA to turn pro. (Stars and Stripes FC)
Brighton has been promoted to the Premier League.
Surprise, MLS didn’t want to listen to Jurgen Klinsmann’s ideas. (ESPN FC)
A bunch of Chelsea players contracted a virus before their loss to Manchester United. (Guardian)
Chicharito is back in training and should play this weekend. (Bundesliga)
You should be reading
Howard Megdal on Canadian soccer’s strange stance on turf for the women’s vs. men’s World Cups. (Vice)
Paolo Bandini on AC Milan’s comeback against Inter and their incoming new era. (Guardian)
Neville Garrick on soccer’s influence on Bob Marley. (The Undefeated)
What happened on Monday
Arsenal barely skated by Middlesbrough. (The Short Fuse)
What to watch on Tuesday (click for listings, all times ET)
UEFA Champions League: 2 games (2:45 p.m.) — Bayern-Madrid is the big one, while Leicester faces Atléti.
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