In a challenging situation compounded by a devastating injury crisis, Bayern Munich heads to the Santiago Bernabeu hoping to secure victory against Real Madrid on their home turf. The Bavarians, led by coach Thomas Tuchel, face an uphill battle as they strive to overcome the odds and advance to the next stage of the competition.

With key players sidelined, including Raphaël Guerreiro, Bouna Sarr, Kingsley Coman, and Sacha Boey, Bayern Munich's squad has been severely depleted. However, there were some positive developments over the weekend as Matthijs de Ligt and Jamal Musiala returned to team training. The duo, along with semi-injured Leroy Sané and Serge Gnabry, could potentially play a part in the crucial match.

According to Bild, Aleksandar Pavlović featured in the 'A' team during the final training session, partnering with Konrad Laimer in midfield. This could indicate that Leon Goretzka would start on the bench, as Pavlović takes his place in the lineup. In attack, Sané, Musiala, and Gnabry were also part of the 'A' team, supporting striker Harry Kane. As a result, Thomas Müller, who has been resting, might begin the game on the bench.

Though previous predictions from Bild based on training lineups proved inaccurate, the potential inclusion of Gnabry over Müller and Pavlović over Goretzka could be seen as surprising choices by Tuchel. Goretzka's early substitution in the first leg suggests that the coach may perceive him as an unfavorable match for Madrid's midfield, specifically Jude Bellingham. Meanwhile, Müller's absence in the recent match against VfB Stuttgart raises questions about his potential role in the second leg.

Tuchel is known for his tactical flexibility, and it remains to be seen what surprises he has in store for this crucial encounter. Aside from the confirmed starters - Harry Kane, Eric Dier, Manuel Neuer, and Joshua Kimmich - the rest of the lineup remains uncertain. While a likely lineup can be speculated, Tuchel has various combinations and options at his disposal.

The match between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich is poised to be a fascinating battle as the Bavarians aim to overturn the first-leg result. With numerous absences due to injuries, Tuchel faces a daunting challenge, but in football, anything is possible. Fans eagerly await the kickoff to witness how these two European giants will fare in their quest for victory.