On Tuesday 30 April, the eagerly anticipated clash between Bayern München and Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg promises to be a spectacle of footballing excellence.
Match Details:
●Date: Tuesday, 30 April
●Kick-off Time: 21:00 CET
●Location: Fußball Arena München, Munich
●Event: UEFA Champions League Semi-Final First Leg
Where to watch Bayern vs Real Madrid on TV?
Fans can find their local UEFA Champions League broadcast partner(s) here.
Match Overview:
Bayern and Real Madrid are no strangers to the Champions League semi-finals, with their meeting marking the eighth time these European giants have clashed at this stage. With Bayern advancing to their 21st semi-final and Real Madrid to their record-breaking 33rd, anticipation is high for another thrilling encounter.
Both clubs boast a rich history of attacking football, but this season has seen them exhibit resilience in equal measure. Bayern, led by Thomas Tuchel, showcased their fighting spirit in previous rounds, while Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid navigated past tough opposition with determination.
Predicted Line-Ups:
Bayern: Neuer; Kimmich, Dier, De Ligt, Mazraoui; Laimer, Goretzka; Sané, Musiala, Guerreiro; Kane
Suspended: None
Real Madrid: Lunin; Carvajal, Nacho, Rüdiger, Mendy; Valverde, Camavinga, Kroos; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinícius Júnior
Suspended: Carvajal
Form Guide:
– Bayern: WWWDLL (Most recent result: Union Berlin 1-5 Bayern, 20/04, German Bundesliga)
– Real Madrid: WDWDWW (Most recent result: Real Madrid 3-2 Barcelona, 21/04, Spanish La Liga)
Expert Predictions:
Insights from James Thorogood, Bayern reporter, and Graham Hunter, Real Madrid reporter, will provide valuable analysis ahead of the match.
What the coaches say:
Thomas Tuchel, Bayern coach: “It’s always better to play in front of your own fans. With every tackle and every good action, you get the support and it lifts you and gives you a second wind. Now it’s the semi-finals and everyone needs to step up – we need to step up and the supporters need to step up again.”
Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid coach: “We showed the attitude and commitment demanded by this jersey [in the quarter-finals against Manchester City]. This is a very special competition for us and we always deliver something that people are not expecting us to produce. Everyone was writing us off but we’re still here.”
2024 Champions League Final Venue:
The pinnacle of European club football will reach its climax at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 1 June, as the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League season culminates in the grand finale.
The victorious team not only secures the coveted title of champions but also earns a direct entry into the group stage of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League, provided they haven’t already qualified through their domestic league. It’s a moment of glory that transcends borders and ignites the dreams of footballers and fans alike, as they vie for supremacy on the hallowed grounds of Wembley.
Information from UEFA
