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Champions League Matchday Preview: Atletico Madrid vs. Bayern Munich

Due to a slew of recent injuries, Bayern Munich will travel to Spain as the betting underdog. Michael Olise’s injury status might be the key to Bayern expecting to win or trying to escape with any points. The tactical battle…

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 5:00 PM
Champions League Matchday Preview: Atletico Madrid vs. Bayern Munich
Key Things to Know
  • Bayern Munich travels to face Atletico Madrid in a Champions League clash while dealing with extensive player injuries.
  • Vincent Kompany is out with illness, leaving Aaron Danks to lead Bayern against Diego Simeone's squad.
  • Atletico Madrid has remained undefeated at home against German clubs in 16 straight matches since 1996.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bayern Munich faces Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in the UEFA Champions League. Bayern enters the fixture as betting underdogs amid a major injury crisis, while manager Vincent Kompany is also sidelined due to illness. Despite the absences, Bayern remains the only undefeated team across Europe this season as Aaron Danks manages the tactical battle against Diego Simeone.

Atletico Madrid has won eight of its last nine matches and holds a 16-game home unbeaten streak against German opponents dating back to 1996. Meanwhile, Bayern striker Harry Kane sits one goal away from matching Cristiano Ronaldo's record of scoring in 11 consecutive Champions League matches. Writer Michael Scott predicts a 1-1 draw between the two sides.

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