In the first leg between soccer powers Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, the two squads played to a 2-2 draw. Real has the edge heading to the second leg because the draw came on the pitch at Allianz Arena in Munich. Back on their grass, will Real show why they’re the favorite to win the Champions League? Or will Bayern step it up in Madrid?

Nitrobetting shares the latest news, soccer odds, and special features throughout the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League season. Let’s get a closer look at the upcoming Real Madrid vs. Bayern Munich face-off in this preview.

Real Madrid vs. Bayern Munich 2024 Champions League Semi Finals Leg 2 Info

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— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) May 6, 2024

• When: Wednesday, May 8 at 3:00 pm ET
• Where: Santiago Bernabeau, Madrid, Spain
• TV: CBS
• Live Stream: Paramount+
• Soccer Odds: Real Madrid (-127) / Bayern Munich (+292) / Draw (+282)

Why is Real Madrid a safe bet to win?

Even though they were somewhat outplayed against Bayern, Real Madrid escaped Munich a draw. Now back on their grass, Real has a massive edge.

In addition, while Bayern lost their follow-up match, Real dusted Cadiz 3-0. Real shows 4 wins and a draw against Bayern in their last 5. We should expect the Champions League chalk to win the trophy to get it done on their pitch.

Possible Line-Up

• Lunin
• Nacho
• Carvajal
• Mendy
• Vasquez
• Rodrygo
• Kroos
• Bellingham
• Camavinga
• Valverde
• Diaz

Real Madrid’s Last 5

• Win: 3-0 vs Cadiz
• Draw: 2-2 vs Bayern Munich
• Win: 0-1 vs Real Sociedad
• Win: 3-2 vs Barcelona
• Win: 1-1 vs Manchester City

Why is Bayern Munich a safe bet to win?

Bayern played a great first match. The German Bundesliga squad controlled possession 51.6% of the time and took 5 shots on goal from 14 total shots.

The 2 goals Bayern scored came from arguably their two best players, Harry Kane via a penalty kick and Leroy Sane. Kane and Sane have enough experience to keep their teammates focused, even though the match is at Santiago Bernabéu.

Also, throw out the 3-1 loss to Stuttgart. Bayern has no shot of winning the Bundesliga. So Thomas Tuchel is concentrating on the Champions League.

Possible Line-Up

• Neuer
• Dier
• Min-Jae
• Upamecano
• Goretzka
• Pavlovic
• Boey
• Mazraoui
• Kane
• Musiala
• Sane

Bayern Munich’s Last 5

• Loss: 3-1 vs VfB Stuttgart
• Draw: 2-2 vs Real Madrid
• Win: 1-5 vs FC Union Berlin
• Win: 1-0 vs Arsenal
• Win: 2-0 vs FC Cologne

Real Madrid vs. Bayern Munich Betting Prediction

Bayern hasn’t been mentally tough this season. For sure, Bayern is good enough to beat Real, but Munich’s overall mindset will get in the way.

We know Bayern isn’t mentally strong because after the draw against Real Madrid, they fell in a terrible performance against Stuttgart. Heading into the second leg, Real is feeling good, while Bayern is doubting their ability to hang with Madrid.

Also, Carlo Ancelotti knows the right buttons to push to get his squad to play their best. Tuchel is a good manager, but his players will fold in the face of this challenge. Real wins.

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