Bayern Munich v Real Madrid: Champions League semi-final first leg

Kick-off: 07:00 BST, Wednesday 1 May, Allianz Arena

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Bayern Munich and Real Madrid will meet for a record 27th time on Tuesday in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. The two European heavyweights face off in a repeat of the 2018 semi-final, which Real Madrid won 4-3 on aggregate on their way to a third successive Champions League triumph. Real have not beaten Bayern in their past four meetings, with the German side winning two of those matches. Bayern are aiming to reach the final for the 11th time, while Real are looking to make it 17. In total, Bayern have won six European Cups, while Real have a record 13.

Team news

Bayern Munich will be without the suspended Thomas Muller and Jerome Boateng. Corentin Tolisso (calf) and Philippe Coutinho (ankle) are doubts, while Javi Martinez (muscular) and Leon Goretzka (thigh) are out. Real Madrid are without the injured Sergio Ramos, Raphael Varane, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy. Eden Hazard is a doubt after missing the weekend win over Osasuna with a knock, while Karim Benzema is expected to start despite a minor knock.

Match preview

Bayern Munich will be looking to make a strong start in the first leg at home, but Real Madrid will be confident of getting a positive result. Bayern have been in excellent form in the Bundesliga this season, winning 26 of their 31 matches and scoring 92 goals. They have also been impressive in the Champions League, winning all six of their group games and beating Lazio and Paris St-Germain in the knockout stages. Real Madrid have not been as dominant in La Liga this season, but they are still in the title race and have also been impressive in the Champions League. They won five of their six group games and beat Atalanta and Liverpool in the knockout stages. This is a match between two of the best teams in Europe, and it should be a fascinating contest.

Prediction

Bayern Munich 2-1 Real Madrid