Atalanta faces Bayern Munich for the first time in competitive play during the UEFA Champions League last-16 round.
Bayern, managed by Vincent Kompany, aims for a solid result to take back to Munich, while Atalanta hopes to leverage their home advantage against a Bayern team considered a top contender for the title.
Since a 2–2 draw with Hamburger SV on January 31, Bayern has enjoyed six consecutive wins across all competitions, scoring 20 goals in this span. In the Bundesliga, they lead by 11 points with 66 points from 25 matches, boasting a goal difference of +68.
Bayern Munich team news
Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is out due to a calf muscle injury sustained in a recent Bundesliga match. His absence will last a few weeks, leaving Jonas Urbig to take charge in goal against Atalanta.
Additionally, Alphonso Davies and Hiroki Ito are unavailable due to injuries, and 17-year-old defender Cassino Kiala is out for the season.
Harry Kane, who missed a recent league match with a slight injury, is expected to be fit or nearly fit for the match against Atalanta, providing good news for Bayern’s coaching staff.
Bayern Munich predicted lineup
Possible Bayern Munich starting XI: Urbig; Stanisic, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Musiala, Diaz; Kane
When will the match kick off?
The match will start at 8 PM BST on Tuesday, March 10.
How to watch Atalanta vs Bayern Munich?
In the UK, the match will be aired live on TNT Sports 2.
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