FC Copenhagen vs Bayern Munich predictions for Tuesday’s Champions League tie. Bayern will be keen to follow up their impressive win over Manchester United on matchday one with another three points in Denmark. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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FC Copenhagen vs Bayern Munich Predictions
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A Champions League Clash of Titans and Underdogs
Key Stats
– Copenhagen’s Diogo Goncalves is in sublime form, with seven goals this season.
– Harry Kane’s prolific form for Bayern, with nine goals in eight appearances, sets him apart as the one to watch.
As the excitement of the Champions League engulfs football fans worldwide, Group A is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter. Bayern Munich, the Bundesliga giants, are gearing up to battle against the fierce Danish side, Copenhagen, in a quest for supremacy on Tuesday night.
Bayern Munich, coming off an impressive 4-3 win against Manchester United last month, are aiming for a successive victory in their Group A campaign. This win wasn’t a straightforward affair, as they had to dig deep against Manchester United but eventually came out on top. On the other side, Copenhagen witnessed a thrilling 2-2 draw against Galatasaray, a match where they were just moments away from bagging all three points. Their strong start, with goals from Mohamed Elyounoussi and Diogo Goncalves, was neutralised by Galatasaray in the final exchanges.
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While history speaks highly of Bayern, who carry a competition-record unbeaten run of 35 matches in the group stage, Copenhagen have their own tales of glory. Their memorable journey to the round of 16 during the 2010-11 season, where they faced Chelsea, cannot be forgotten.
Form Guide and Team Dynamics
Jacob Neestrup’s Copenhagen aren’t entering this clash on the highest note. Their recent 2-0 defeat to FC Midtjylland is a blemish, even though they still dominate their domestic league. Yet, their record against German teams, with eight defeats and no wins in 12 encounters, might raise a few eyebrows.
Bayern Munich, led by Thomas Tuchel, saw a mixed bag of results recently. While their 2-2 draw with RB Leipzig might have been a setback, their dominant display against Bochum, where they netted seven times, cannot be dismissed. Their ability to bounce back was evident when they recovered from a two-goal deficit against Leipzig.
Key Players and Potential Lineups
Injuries are bound to play a crucial role in this match. Copenhagen will miss the services of Nicolai Boilesen, Davit Khocholava, Kevin Diks, and Andreas Cornelius. Moreover, the absence of Elias Jelert due to his red card against Galatasaray could be decisive. However, eyes will be on Goncalves, who has been prolific this season with seven goals.
Bayern Munich, too, have their injury concerns. Players like Manuel Neuer, Matthijs de Ligt, and Serge Gnabry won’t be seen in action. Despite these setbacks, the duo of Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae, who played against Leipzig, will likely start. Their attacking prowess with Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala, and Kingsley Coman supporting the in-form Harry Kane will be a treat for fans.
Potential Lineups:
Copenhagen: Grabara; Ankersen, Vavro, Sorensen, Meling; Goncalves, Falk, Lerager; Elyounoussi, Larsson, Achouri
Bayern Munich: Ulreich; Laimer, Upamecano, Min-Jae, Davies; Goretzka, Kimmich; Sane, Musiala, Coman; Kane
Making Predictions
1. Match Outcome Prediction: Taking into consideration the form and history, Bayern Munich seem poised for a win. However, considering both teams’ recent scoring patterns, the ‘both teams to score’ market seems a logical choice.
2. Correct Score Prediction: Given Bayern’s offensive capabilities and Copenhagen’s tenacity, a 3-1 victory in favour of Bayern Munich appears plausible.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Harry Kane, with his outstanding form of nine goals in eight matches, is highly likely to get on the scoresheet.
4. Corner Prediction: Given Bayern’s average of 7.8 corners per game against Copenhagen’s 5.5, it’s expected that Bayern will have more corners. Total corners for the game might revolve around the 13-15 range, considering the aggressive nature of both teams.
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