Bayern Munich vs Benfica Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Champions League, November 6, 2024

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• Date: Wednesday, November 6
• Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany

Matchday four of the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 season will include Bayern Munich welcoming Benfica on Wednesday at the Allianz Arena. The German giants find themselves in a dire situation in the competition after three rounds with only three points in the bag. Benfica, on the other hand, is in 13ᵗʰ place on the back of six points so far. Benfica will feel the more confident side heading into this tie. Statistically, it will be a fascinating encounter with Bayern Munich unbeaten in 13 home games while Benfica is on a five-match unbeaten streak away from home.

Bayern Munich will be slightly disappointed with its recent results. In the last six games, the Bavarians have managed four victories, a draw, and a defeat. The six-time European champions began the Champions League journey spectacularly with a 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb. However, Bayern has faced two challenging defeats since then. Aston Villa beat the club 1-0 in Birmingham and fellow European giants, Barcelona handed a humiliating 4-1 defeat on matchday three. Vincent Kompany will be under immense pressure to deliver results immediately to keep the hopes of direct qualification alive.

Benfica fans will be delighted with the club’s latest form. Benfica has accumulated five victories and just a solitary defeat in the last six outings. During this period, Benfica has scored 17 goals and conceded just four. The Portuguese outfit produced one of the results of the UEFA Champions League’s current campaign, beating Atletico Madrid 4-0 on matchday two. Benfica is also in a fine state in the domestic league and will look to dent Bayern Munich’s chances on Wednesday.

Bayern Munich Team News

Youngster. Aleksandar Pavlovic will join Hiroki Ito, Josip Stanisic, and Sacha Boey on the injury list for Bayern Munich. Harry Kane, who is the top scorer in the competition, is set to lead the line for Bayern.

Benfica Team News

Gianluca Prestianni (Ankle Injury), Leandro Barreiro (Thigh Injury), and Tiago Gouveia (Shoulder Injury) will not travel with the rest of the squad to Munich. Benfica shape in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

Bayern Munich vs Benfica Predicted Lineups

Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Neuer

Defenders: Guerriero, Upamecano, Kim, Davies

Midfielders: Kimmich, Palhinha, Musiala

Forwards: Olise, Coman, Kane

Benfica Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Trubin

Defenders: Bah, Araujo, Otamendu, Fernandez

Midfielders: Aursnes, Luis, Kokcu

Forwards: Di Maria, Akturkoglu, Pavlidis

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Bayern Munich vs Benfica H2H Record

Bayern Munich and Benfica last squared up against each other during the 2021/22 season. Overall, in the last five head-to-head matches, Bayern Munich has won four matches and one game has ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Bayern Munich vs Benfica

Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)

Harry Kane is the top scorer in the 2024/25 Champions League campaign with five goals so far. Kane was one of the few good performers for Bayern Munich in the last match against Barcelona. The England captain has been on fire this season with 17 goals and eight assists. Harry Kane scored a brace on the weekend in the Bundesliga against Union Berlin. The 31-year-old is one of the most complete strikers in Europe with the load of his playmaking and finishing abilities. Harry Kane has 34 goals in his Champions League career.

Angel Di Maria (Benfica)

Benfica fans are delighted with the presence of Angel Di Maria at the club. Di Maria is one of the most accomplished names in football, both in international and club football. Di Maria has lifted the Champions League once in his career with Real Madrid in 2014. The Argentinian has retired from international commitments and is also nearing the end of his club career. The 2022 FIFA World Cup winner will be determined to bow out in the best possible manner. The 36-year-old has 24 goals and 40 assists in previous Champions League appearances.

Bayern Munich vs Benfica Prediction

Bayern Munich is one of the most potent teams in Europe. Despite some poor performances this season, the Bavarians have more than enough in the tank to beat Benfica and earn the three points.

Predicted Score: Bayern Munich 3-1 Benfica

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