Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich – Combined XI

Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich – Combined XI Real Madrid and Bayern Munich meet in the Champions League tonight, a regular rivalry dubbed the European Clásico. The teams boast 21 European Cup successes between them and are perennial contenders for success in this competition. Ahead of their quarter-final first leg, we’ve put together a Combined XI from the two squads.

Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer – Bayern Munich Thibaut Courtois’ absence is a big blow for Real Madrid, with Andriy Lunin set to deputise. Bayern are boosted by the return of Manuel Neuer, with the German great a colossal presence on the pitch and in the dressing room. Right-back: Trent Alexander-Arnold – Real Madrid Trent Alexander-Arnold’s time in the Spanish capital has not yet reached the heights of his Liverpool career, but the Real right-back is a unique talent.

Alexander-Arnold’s expansive passing is a real weapon and something the Spaniards will hope can unlock Europe’s top teams. His duel with former Liverpool teammate Luis Diaz will be fascinating. Centre-back: Eder Militao – Real Madrid Alvaro Arbeloa has made no secret of his delight at the return of Eder Militao from injury.

So highly rated is Militao with the Real Madrid boss that he called the centre-back arguably the world’s best last week. “In top form, he’s arguably the best centre-back in the world,” Arbeloa said. “He’s an exceptional centre-back due to his physical prowess, his abilities, his intelligence, and his leadership.