Bayern Munich vs Barcelona: Champions League Preview
Match Preview
On Wednesday, Barcelona (2 wins٫ 2 losses٫ 1 draw) travels to Allianz Arena to take on Bayern Munich (5-0-0). Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below٫ we preview the Bayern Munich vs. Barcelona odds and lines٫ and make our best Champions League bets٫ picks and predictions.
Team News
Bayern Munich is led by star F Robert Lewandowski . Hes been terrific so far this season. Bayern is 8 points ahead of second-place Barcelona in the group. It is 4 points ahead of Dortmund for the top spot in the Bundesliga.
As for Barcelona, it has been sliding on a downhill slope since Lionel Messi left.
It ranks 7th in La Liga competitions with 23 points in 15 games. F Memphis Depay has been its most consistent scorer this season. A win clinches Barcelona a spot in the Champions League knockout round.
Head-to-Head
The history between these two is very lopsided with Bayern Munich beating Barcelona in the 2020 semifinals 8-2 and then twice in the group stage last season by a combined score of 7-1. Well, things have gotten even more intriguing as longtime Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski has made the move to Barcelona over the summer.
Betting Odds
Odds via Tipico Sportsbook ; access USA TODAY Sports betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 2⁚14 a.m. ET.
Best Bets
The value here isn’t terrific, but its certainly good enough to place a wager on. Bayern has looked unstoppable in both Bundesliga play and in Champions League action.
Prediction
We’ve seen teams like Liverpool and PSG, which didn’t need a win, come out on top. The case for a sluggish Bayern just isn’t there. It should be at its top form, and I’d bet on Bayern coming out on top.
Lineups
Xavi has yet to find his best defence and he has shuffled the pack at the back once again ...
Where to Watch
Australia⁚ Every Champions League game streams live on Stan Sport.
Recent History
The history between these two is very lopsided with Bayern Munich beating Barcelona in the 2020 semifinals 8-2 and then twice in the group stage last season by a combined score of 7-1. Well, things have gotten even more intriguing as longtime Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski has made the move to Barcelona over the summer.
Storylines
Barcelona⁚ Barcelona cant catch a break this season as just when some players were coming back, they have ...
Expert Picks
Our expert backs a draw in his betting tips for Tuesdays Champions League Group C clash between Bayern Munich and Barcelona By Aidan Perkins 12 September 2022 5⁚00pm Bayern Munich are 5/6 …
Weather
Bayern Munich vs Barcelona weather. It will be a wonderfully pleasant evening in Munich on Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-60s at kickoff with no rain in the forecast and very ...
Key Players
The midfielder won the Champions League for a second time in 2020 with Bayern after a successful run of seven consecutive Bundesliga titles following his decision to join the side in 2013. Thiago earned 46 Spain caps during his illustrious career, appearing twice at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
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