Bayern Munich has confirmed its starting lineup for the upcoming match against Union Saint-Gilloise in the Champions League, with one significant absence: center-back Dayot Upamecano. The player is currently sidelined due to illness as he navigates ongoing contract negotiations, with his current deal set to expire this summer. In his place, Kim Min-jae is set to partner with German international Jonathan Tah in defense.
Bayern Munich announced Upamecano’s exclusion via their official social media channels, noting his health as the reason for his absence from the matchday squad. Given Kim’s recent strong performances, fans can expect a solid contribution from him in this critical fixture.
In addition to the defensive changes, several other players have been named in the starting XI, including Tom Bischof, Raphaël Guerreiro, Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlović, and Lennart Karl. The selection indicates some strategic tweaks by head coach Vincent Kompany, who often surprises with unexpected choices. It will be interesting to see how the outside-back positions pan out, with Guerreiro and Kimmich being the most likely candidates for those roles.
As Bayern prepares to face its opponents, supporters can look forward to an engaging match, filled with anticipation regarding how the altered lineup will perform. For more in-depth coverage of Bayern Munich and the German national team, fans can tune into the latest episodes of the Bavarian Podcast Works available on various platforms including Acast, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.