In a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash, Bayern Munich will host Inter Milan in the first leg on Tuesday. This showdown features two top European teams, with Bayern currently leading the Bundesliga and Inter dominating Serie A. Bayern has been in strong form with four consecutive wins, but injuries to key players will present a challenge. Inter Milan arrives with an impressive 10-game unbeaten run, showcasing their strength and consistency.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 3 p.m. ET at Allianz Arena in Munich. Betting odds favor Bayern slightly, with Bayern Munich listed as favorites at -110, while Inter Milan is the underdog at +290, and a draw is at +250. The over/under for total goals is set at 2.5.
Soccer expert Martin Green provides insights and predictions for this game, highlighting a few key points.
Bayern`s Scoring Challenge
Bayern Munich may struggle to score more than 1.5 goals in this match. The team will miss the creative influence of midfielder Jamal Musiala, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. This absence could impact Bayern`s attacking prowess, especially against a strong Inter defense that has conceded very few goals in the Champions League this season.
Inter Milan boasts the best defensive record in the Champions League this season, having conceded only one goal in eight matches. Their solid defense was evident in their Round of 16 victory against Feyenoord.
Both Teams Likely to Score
Despite Inter`s strong defensive record in the Champions League, they have conceded goals in recent games, keeping only one clean sheet in their last six matches. Both Bayern and Inter possess formidable attacking lineups. Inter`s attack is spearheaded by Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram, while Bayern relies on the scoring ability of Harry Kane and Michael Olise.
Leroy Sané to be a Key Player
Leroy Sané is expected to play a crucial role for Bayern Munich, potentially filling the void left by Musiala. Sané has been in excellent form recently and is seen as a likely candidate to score or assist in the match. He demonstrated his attacking threat in a recent game against FC St. Pauli and Augsburg.
