Injuries could be Bayern Munich’s key concern when it comes to beating Manchester United in the Champions League as the pair meet again. With a place in the semi finals at stake, there will be no quarter given by either team. The big prize awaits both teams as they always measure success not only on domestic titles but also what they can achieve in Europe. There are also past scores that will be on the agenda with the Germans seeking to avenge their unfortunate but dramatic defeat to the Red Devils in the last final of the 20th century. Bayern Munich lost to two late goals when Man Utd grabbed the trophy from them in the Champions League final that is often regarded as one of the greatest of all time.
Preparations have been bad for Bayern Munich as the German camp has had to sweat over the fitness of Dutch winger Arjen Robben. Robben picked up an injury to his calf that could weaken the team’s attack considerably. Bayern have enjoyed a strong season due to Robben’s pace and passing ability and it would disrupt manager Louis Van Gaal’s plan if he has to take an enforced absence. There could also be more than meets the eye with the situation as the Germans can be rather good at making a meal of an issue where the real extent of the problem can only be known before the match. Robben could yet recover in time to feature against Man United.
Things are much better with the Red Devils. Key players in attack and defence are Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand respectively and both will be fit to play for the club. The Red Devils continued to have their players return from injury with Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs set to feature against the club they played against in that classic 1999 Champions League final. This time they may not go into the first team, but Alex Ferguson would surely use them at some point during the Bayern Munich vs Manchester United live stream broadcast match as their experience would be useful. No matter what Ferguson chooses to do, there is no denying the fact that the game will be a special one for both teams and their fans.