Real Madrid had a brilliant showing in Manchester as they beat Man City on penalties, to progress through to the Champions League semifinal. The competition provides a great opportunity for Carlo Ancelotti to return the trophy to its rightful home. That said, he must field a strong lineup in Germany so here are 5 non-negotiable starters for Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich.
5 non-negotiable starters for Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich
1. Jude Bellingham
This one goes without saying and Carlo Ancelotti needs no reminding of Jude Bellingham's quality, after he tipped the Englishman to win the Ballon d'Or this year.
Jude Bellingham has been one of the best performers for Real Madrid this year as he has taken the football capital by complete surprise. An incredible 21 goals and eight assists across all competitions (as of April 21, 2024) makes him a non-negotiable starter against Bayern Munich.
Bellingham is the type of player who can change a game with just one moment. This means that even if he is not at his best, all it takes is one moment of quality to take the game by the scruff of the neck. This is exactly what Real Madrid need, particularly in the opening leg at the Allianz Arena.
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