In the highly anticipated Champions League semi-final second leg, Real Madrid host Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday.
Here’s a comprehensive preview of the aggregated `odds and tips for this crucial encounter.
Match Details
Kick-off Time: 20:00 BST, Wednesday, May 8, 2024
TV Channel: TNT Sports 1
Current Aggregate Score: Real Madrid 2-2 Bayern Munich
Odds
Home Win (Real Madrid): 5/6
Draw: 29/10
Away Win (Bayern Munich): 29/10
Real Madrid to Qualify: 2/5
Team News
Real Madrid: Dani Carvajal returns from suspension, but David Alaba remains sidelined due to a knee injury.
Bayern Munich: Kingsley Coman, Raphaël Guerreiro, and Bouna Sarr are all unavailable. Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano are doubtful.
Form and Stats
Real Madrid are unbeaten in their last eight Champions League matches against Bayern Munich (W6 D2).
Carlo Ancelotti has never lost against Bayern Munich in nine Champions League meetings (W6 D3).
Bayern Munich haven’t won in their last two away games in this competition.
Tips
Konrad Laimer to be Carded (13/5 through some oddsmakers): Laimer has averaged 1.9 fouls per game in the Champions League this season and committed four fouls in the first leg without receiving a card.
Match Preview
The first leg in Bavaria ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with Vinicius Jr.’s late equaliser putting the tie firmly in Real Madrid’s favour.
With the second leg taking place in Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti’s side are favourites to progress to the final, given their excellent home record against Bayern Munich.
However, Bayern Munich have a formidable attacking line-up, led by Harry Kane and supported by Jamal Musiala.
We expect a high-paced and card-laden game, with referee Szymon Marciniak known for showing at least five cards in all his five Champions League matches this season.
For all of the analysis of Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich as it happens live, check out our Preview and Live Update page for the game.
FAQ
Q: What time is the Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich match and where can I watch it? A: The match kicks off at 20:00 BST on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. It will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.
Q: What is the current aggregate score? A: The aggregate score is 2-2 after the first leg in Bavaria.
Q: Who is favoured to win and reach the final? A: Real Madrid are the favourites to progress to the final with odds of 2/5 to qualify, due to their strong home record and aggregate advantage.
Q: What is Carlo Ancelotti’s record against Bayern Munich in the Champions League? A: Carlo Ancelotti has never lost against Bayern Munich in nine Champions League meetings (W6 D3).
