Man United vs Bayern Munich: Preview, Prediction & Team News

Manchester United face Bundesliga reigning champions Bayern Munich in a must win UEFA Champions League match on Tuesday, December 12 at Old Trafford Stadium. 

For millions of the Red Devils fans around the world, the clash on Tuesday will be one of their most stressful nights in the history of the club since a win may not even guarantee them a slot in the next round. 

The only way the struggling side can proceed to the round of 16 is if they beat Group A leaders Bayern and pray the other match between Galatasaray and FC Copenhagen ends in a draw. 

Their belief will also be at a low as they go into the match on the back of 3-0 humiliation at the hands of Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday with goals from Dominic Solanke, Philip Billing and Marcos Senesi silencing the Red Devils.

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Meanwhile, Bayern Munich suffered one of the worst defeats in their recent history on Saturday when they were thrashed 5-1 by Eintracht Frankfurt.

Although they have already booked a spot in the next round, the Bavarians will be seeking toprovide a response following their defeat over the weekend.

Here is everything you need to be aware of ahead of crucial match.

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What times does Man United vs Bayern Munich start?

The match is scheduled to start at 11pm Kenyan time at Old Trafford Stadium. 

Man United vs Bayern Munich Team News

The hosts will not be able to field their preferred first eleven due to injury related reasons. Some of the stars who are unavailable include Brazilian midfielder Casemiro (thigh), Lisandro Martinez (foot), and Christian Eriksen (knee). 

Amad Diallo, who recently returned to training, Victor Lindelof and summer signing Mason Mount will have to be assessed before Tuesday’s crunch match while Jadon Sancho exclusion is set to continue.

However, the return of Marcus Rashford who picked up a red card in the defeat against FC Copenhagen a few weeks ago will give Man United a huge boost. 

On the other hand, Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to be without Arsenal academy graduate Serge Gnabry who picked up an injury in the weekend, Senegalese international Bouna Sarr (knee), Tarek Buchmann (hamstring), Matthijs de Ligt (knee) and Gabriel Marusic (knee).

With Gnabry’s absence Jamal Musiala is expected to start the match while England international Harry Kane will lead the attack.

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Possible Starting Lineups

Man United: Onana, Dalot, Varane, Maguire, Shaw, Mainoo, McTominay, Bruno, Anthony, Rashord, Hojlund

Bayern Munich: Neuer, Guerreiro, Kim, Upamecano, Laimer, Kimmich, Goretzka, Musiala, Sane, Muller, Kane

Man United vs Bayern Munich head-to-head

Manchester United and Bayern Munich have played each other seven times since 2004 with the Bavarians registering three wins. A similar number of those matches ended in a draw including two barren ones.

In the last five matches, the Red Devils managed a single win while Bayern won three including two recent fixtures.

Man United: 1

Draws: 3

Bayern Munich: 3

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Man United vs Bayern Munich Current Form

Man United: WDLWL

Bayern Munich: WWWDL

Man United vs Bayern Munich Predictions

Both of these clubs were on the receiving end in the weekend and will be seeking to amend their mistakes and complete their Champions League group matches on a high.

The last time they locked horns in the tournament at the Allianz Arena in Germany, seven goals were scored, and hence fans should expect several goals in the upcoming match.

Although Man United will have the home advantage, they have failed to use it on numerous occasions this season. Therefore, the club that will be solid defensive wise on Tuesday is expected to win the match.

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UEFA Champions League Group A Standings

Bayern Munich – 13 Points

FC Copenhagen – 5 Points

Galatasaray – 5 Points

Manchester United – 4 points

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