Real Madrid will be heading towards Germany to face the challenge of Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena. Madrid, the defending European champions will fancy their chance against the mighty Bayern. Real are in good shape in the recent run of games but were held to a 1-1 draw by their by their cross-town rivals Atletico Madrid in the last match.
Madrid will be without their key defender Pepe after he broke his ribs against Atletico. The Portuguese defender has been an influential part of Los Blancos starting lineup and his absence will be felt heavily.
Both Bayern and Madrid are topping their countries’ respective leagues and would be battling to progress further in a quest for the most prestigious trophy in Europe.
The absence of the two defenders could turn this fixture into a goal fest with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale in the Madrid ranks, they would like to take this opportunity to hit hard the Bayern defence.
Predicted 4-3-3 Real Madrid Lineup Against Bayern Munich
Defence
Keylor Navas has been criticised a couple of times for his poor performances but he remains the preferable choice for Zinedine Zidane this season. The Costa Rican number one will be up against a fierce attacking side and a moment of lapse in concentration could lead them to severe danger.
The absence of Pepe will lead the way for Nacho Fernandez. He will have the company of Sergio Ramos who has had a brilliant season so far. Los Blancos defence have had their problems this term and they have to be at their best to thwart the attack of the Bayern players.
Dani Carvajal will have the task to stop Arjen Robben’s runs. The Dutch winger has the knack of cutting back inside and Carvajal has to stop his inside movement because once he comes on his left foot it becomes very tough to stop him.
Marcelo will complete the four-man backline.
Midfield
Casemiro will be fielded to act as a shield before the four-man defence. The defensive midfielder has played his role beautifully and Zidane will once again put him in the starting lineup.
Toni Kroos and Luka Modric are likely to hold their position at the centre of the park. The will provide the much-needed steel to the midfield.
Attack
Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema will be Madrid’s key weapon and if they are song, the absence of Hummels could prove to be a costly one.
