Bayern Munich is set to host Inter Milan this Tuesday for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash. Despite their strong performance in the Bundesliga, Bayern is currently facing a series of injury setbacks. Jamal Musiala is the latest player to be ruled out, missing both legs of the quarterfinal due to a muscle injury sustained in the Augsburg match. He joins Alphonso Davies, Dayot Upamecano, and Manuel Neuer on the injury list for the first leg.
Bayern Munich`s coach, Vincent Kompany, acknowledged the team`s difficult situation regarding injuries. “We are facing a challenging period. However, our focus remains on the Champions League, and we must look forward. The available players are ready to give their all. Those selected to play have consistently trained at a high level and are prepared to contribute. I trust in these players. I prefer to focus on moving forward rather than dwelling on setbacks, and our goals and strategies remain unchanged. The players who will play are fully prepared and have my complete confidence.”
Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan Confirmed Starting Lineups
Bayern Munich XI: Jonas Urbig; Konrad Laimer, Kim Min-Jae, Eric Dier, Josip Stanišić; Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka; Michael Olise, Raphaël Guerreiro, Leroy Sane; Harry Kane.
Inter Milan XI: Yann Sommer; Benjamin Pavard, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Matteo Darmian, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrix Mkhitaryan, Carlos Augusto; Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram.
Adding to the news, Thomas Muller has announced his departure from Bayern Munich at the end of this season. Kompany commented on this, stating, “The immediate focus is the match against Inter, and Muller`s decision should be respected. His legendary career deserves recognition, and while it`s a significant topic, my priority is preparing the team for our upcoming game.”
Inter Milan`s coach, Simone Inzaghi, also addressed player availability in his pre-match press conference, mentioning doubts around Hakan Calhanoglu and Federico Dimarco. “Bastoni and Calhanoglu have trained with the team, and their condition needs further evaluation. Dimarco trained separately. Lautaro Martinez, who was initially planned to play only the first half against Parma, played 70 minutes and is fit to play against Bayern.”
Match Details: Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan
- Date: Tuesday, April 8
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany
- Live Stream: Paramount+
- Odds: Bayern Munich -105; Draw +250; Inter +280
Projected Starting Lineups: Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan
Bayern Munich XI: Jonas Urbig; Konrad Laimer, Kim Min-Jae, Eric Dier, Josip Stanišić; Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka; Michael Olise, Raphaël Guerreiro, Leroy Sane; Harry Kane.
Inter Milan XI: Yann Sommer; Benjamin Pavard, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Matteo Darmian, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrix Mkhitaryan, Carlos Augusto; Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram.
