Bayern Munich vs Galatasaray: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :November 6, 2023 at 2:16 PM

Modified at :January 14, 2024 at 12:58 AM

Die Roten host Cim-Bom at Allianz Arena after thrashing them in the reverse fixture at RAMS Park.

After coming from a successful Der Klassiker beating Dortmund with a clean sheet, Bayern will now host Galatasaray on UCL match day. Harry Kane’s heroics have been nothing short of extraordinary in recent games and it is no doubt he is the main man here. Galatasaray are also in great form and have done fairly well in last games. We can expect a classic game with Bayern having a slight home advantage in this UEFA Champions League tie!

Bayern currently sit on top of the table with 3 wins in 3 matches making it a perfect record to this season’s UCL campaign. Galatasaray is in the second position of the group table and needs to perform consistently well to prevent Manchester United to go up. It will be a good battle as both teams are doing well domestically. This matchup will be one to watch out for sure.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 9 November 2023 at 1:30 AM IST

Location: Allianz Arena

Form

Bayern Munich (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-W

Galatasaray (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-W

Players to Watch

Harry Kane – Bayern Munich

Harry Kane Ranking the top five English players to play in German Bundesliga — **Harry Kane has already scored 15 goals for Bayern this term**

English striker Harry Kane has been a vital member of Bayern Munich’s squad. Kane is regarded as one of the best strikers in Bundesliga right now because of his amazing vision, playmaking abilities, and goal-scoring ability. He has already scored 15 goals for Bayern in a matter of just few games. The team has huge expectations from him like the German fans. Due to his steady play, he has become a sought-after player in the world football. He is dangerous in any league he plays for!

Mauro Icardi – Galatasaray

The forward Mauro Icardi is renowned for his ability to score goals and his poaching instincts. He has been an invaluable member of Galatasaray because of his natural ability to find the back of the net. His goal against Manchester United helped the team to get into top two in the group stage table. If he gets the right pass at right moment, he will surely score. The Bayern defence will need to watch out for him.

Match Facts for Bayern Munich vs Galatasaray

The only time FC the Bayern Munich and Galatasaray faced each other at home was during the first round of the 1972–73 European Cup, which Bayern won 6-0.
In their last six European Cup/UEFA Champions League matches against Turkish opponents, Bayern Munich came out on top in every one of them.
In their five away UEFA Champions League matches against German teams, Galatasaray has produced 22 goals overall.
In their home group stage matches for the UEFA Champions League, Bayern Munich has obtained 82 of the last 84 points that are currently available.

Injury & Team News

Galatasaray and Bayern Munich are both confronted with major medical concerns ahead of their next game. Due to a knee injury, star defender De Ligt is out for Bayern Munich, and it’s unclear when he will be back. The team’s depth is further compromised by the hamstring injuries sustained by defender Buchmann and keeper Hülsmann.

There are concerns regarding Galatasaray’s renowned goalkeeper Muslera’s availability due to his dislocated shoulder. These injuries highlight the physical demands and fluctuations in the upcoming UCL game, in addition to having an impact on the teams’ formations and strategies.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 1

Bayern Munich wins – 1

Galatasaray wins – 0

Draws – 0

Predicted Lineup

Bayern Munich predicted lineup (4-2-3-1) :

Neuer(C); Sarr, de Ligt, Kim, Davies; Laimer, Goretzka; Gnabry, Müller, Sane; Kane

Galatasaray predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Güvenç; Boey, Sanchez, Bardakci, Angelino; Torreira, Demirbay; Zaha, Mertens, Akturkoglu; Icardi

Match Prediction for Bayern Munich vs Galatasaray

The match between Bayern Munich and Galatasaray looks to be a competitive and exciting one. While Galatasaray is just one point ahead of Man United in group table, Bayern Munich, on other hand, has a 100% record till now in this season’s UCL.

The performance of the players, tactics, and team’s current form are just a few of the variables that will determine the match’s outcome. Bayern is in great form thanks to a hattrick from talisman Harry Kane. Galatasaray also won their most recent game on weekend. With both teams fighting for the win on the pitch, it should be an exciting match for sure!

Prediction: Bayern Munich 2 – 1 Galatasaray

Telecast for Bayern Munich vs Galatasaray

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – CBS Sports

Nigeria – Supersport

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