Bayern Munich vs Man Utd: Crisis-hit United face Kane and Co in tasty Champions League clash – stream, TV, team news
MANCHESTER UNITED open their 2023/24 Champions League account with a tough trip to Bayern Munich this evening – and Red Devils fans are fearing the worst.
Erik ten Hag’s men were completely picked apart by Brighton at Old Trafford on the weekend.
That result follows a 3-1 defeat to Arsenal which led to Jadon Sancho being axed from the first team.
However, the United boss will certainly feel as if his team can beat Thomas Tuchel-less Bayern who haven’t been firing on all cylinders this season.
But the Bavarians have a prolific ex-Premier League striker up top in Harry Kane, and he’ll be desperate to add to United’s current woes.
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Recent form
United need a big result to kick-start their season but could struggle once more against an unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen side.
Only an injury time goal from Exequiel Palacios ended Bayern’s 100 per cent record, with the German giants previously beating Werder Bremen, Augsburg and Borussia Monchengladbach.
Team news
Thomas Tuchel will not be on the sidelines due to being sent to the stands in Bayern’s final Champions League game of last season.
And Kingsley Coman could be unavailable too after missing Friday’s draw with Bayer Leverkusen with a muscular injury.
Legendary German keeper Manuel Neuer is also out of action after breaking his leg in December.
However, the Bayern boss is expecting to welcome new signing Raphael Guerreiro back after a muscular injury, while Harry Kane will most certainly start up top against his former Premier League rivals.
Elsewhere, United fans could finally see summer signing Sofyan Amrabat make his debut but he’ll need to be further assessed alongside Raphael Varane and Mason Mount
However, United have confirmed that Aaron Wan-Bissaka is out for a “few weeks” with a hamstring concern.
Furthermore, Jadon Sancho and Antony are expected to miss out due to off-field issues.
Ones to watch
All eyes will be on Kane but Prem fans will be well aware of another Bayern star – Leroy Sane.
He has three goals in four games this season and has linked up well with Kane since his arrival.
His pace will be a key threat up against Diogo Dalot, with United’s defence set to face another stern test.
For United to get anything from this match they will need Casemiro to be at his best, particularly if Amrabat is not fit enough to start.
Casemiro has come up with goals in big games on occasion but his shielding of the back four, and preventing the Bayern break, will be vital to picking up a result.
What have the managers said?
Ten Hag was very complimentary of Bayern when asked about the clash after United’s defeat to Brighton.
He said: “[Bayern] Munich are one of the favourites to win the Champions League. We have to be good there. We need character.
“We need character, belief, resilience, determination – absolutely.”
SunSport prediciton
Bayern’s attack is difficult to handle at the best of times, let alone with key defensive players out injured.
United have kept just one clean sheet in five games and Ten Hag does not boast the best away record since taking charge at Old Trafford.
Bayern Munich to win 3-1.
When is Bayern vs Man Utd?
- Manchester United travel to Bayern Munich for their opening Champions League clash on TONIGHT.
- It is scheduled to get underway at 8pm BST.
- Allianz Arena in Germany is the chosen venue for this blockbuster match and it can host approximately 70,000 fans.
- Bayern sent United crashing out of the competition when the sides last met competitively in 2014.
What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
Bayern Munich vs Manchester United will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 2.
Coverage is scheduled to commence from 7pm BST – a whole hour before kick-off.
Fans can also stream the game on the TNT Sports website.
Alternatively, SunSport will have coverage of the entire action through our live blog which includes pre-match and post-match reaction.
What are the odds?
- Bayern to win 1/2
- Draw 17/5
- Man Utd to win 24/5
*Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication