Probable line-up: How Bayern could set up against Chelsea | OneFootball

On Wednesday evening (9:00 PM, DAZN), FC Bayern will kick off the Champions League season with a bang against FC Chelsea at the Allianz Arena. After a perfect start in the Bundesliga, Vincent Kompany's team also wants to impress internationally – relying on a well-rehearsed formation.

Bayern relies on stability

In goal stands captain Manuel Neuer. The defense is expected to line up again with Konrad Laimer on the right, Dayot Upamecano and Jonathan Tah in central defense, and Josip Stanisic on the left. Raphaël Guerreiro is out with an abdominal muscle injury, so Stanisic is likely to start again.

In midfield, Aleksandar Pavlovic might once again earn the coach's trust. Together with Joshua Kimmich, he is expected to provide stability in the double pivot. This likely leaves Leon Goretzka as an option for the second half.

Offensively, Kompany plans with Serge Gnabry centrally behind Harry Kane. The wings are occupied by Michael Olise and Luis Díaz. Newcomer Nicolas Jackson, who recently made his debut, is expected to play a role as a substitute against his former club.

The projected Bayern starting lineup at a glance: Neuer – Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Stanisic – Kimmich, Pavlovic – Olise, Gnabry, Díaz – Kane

Chelsea with absences, but strong offense

The visitors travel to Munich unbeaten, but have to do without several key players. Levi Colwill, Liam Delap, and Roméo Lavia are unavailable due to injuries. However, newcomers Tosin Adarabioyo and Joao Pedro are expected to start right away.

Coach Enzo Maresca also relies on quality in midfield: Moisés Caicedo and Enzo Fernández form the central duo, while the recently injured Cole Palmer could once again provide creative sparks. In offense, special attention is given to the lightning-fast wingers Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho.

The projected Chelsea starting lineup at a glance: Sanchez – James, Chalobah, Adarabioyo, Cucurella – Caicedo, Enzo Fernández, Palmer – Neto, Joao Pedro, Garnacho

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