Champions League: here are the probable lineups for the Atlético Madrid–Bayern Munich clash

Simeone could start Julián Álvarez and Kang-In Lee in attack

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Champions League: here are the probable lineups for the Atlético Madrid–Bayern Munich clash

03.11.26 15:00 Champions League

Atletico Madrid

Bayern Munich

Atlético Madrid and Bayern Munich are set to meet again this Tuesday, November 3, for the fourth matchday of the Champions League. Just hours before kick-off at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, both coaches must manage several absences and uncertainties within their squads. Here are the probable lineups.

Atlético with Álvarez and Kang-In Lee up front

Diego Simeone could opt for a 4-4-2 formation, with Jan Oblak in goal. In defence, Pubill, Robin Le Normand, Dávid Hancko and Alejandro Grimaldo are expected to start. In midfield, Giuliano Simeone and Álex Baena could occupy the flanks, with Pablo Barrios and Marcos Llorente in the centre. In attack, Julián Álvarez is expected to partner Kang-In Lee.

Mañana no será una noche cualquiera. Mañana es noche de Champions ✨ ¡Buenas noches, atléticos! ❤️🤍 https://t.co/WoTx1o873U
— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) November 2, 2026

Probable Atlético Madrid lineup (4-4-2): Oblak – Pubill, Le Normand, Hancko, Grimaldo – Giuliano Simeone, Barrios, Llorente, Baena – Álvarez, Kang-In Lee.

Bayern with Kane up front

For the Bavarians, Sven Ulreich is expected to start in goal, with Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig doubtful. In defence, Stanisic, Dayot Upamecano, Jonathan Tah and Konrad Laimer could be selected. Joshua Kimmich and Aleksandar Pavlovic would form the double pivot. Lennart Karl, Brown and Alphonso Davies would complete the attacking midfield behind Harry Kane.

🗣️ 𝗔𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗖𝗟 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 💬 “If we look at the recent winners, it has to be said that they all had tough matches. There are many paths that lead to victory. We’ve made a strong start, but we still have a way to go. We haven’t set any expectations yet as to where we want to be – the most important thing is to always keep tomorrow’s match in focus and to keep improving. Finishing in the top eight – that’s our goal.”
— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) November 2, 2026

Probable Bayern Munich lineup (4-2-3-1): Ulreich – Stanisic, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer – Kimmich, Pavlovic – Karl, Brown, Davies – Kane.

Several absences and uncertainties to monitor

Atlético will notably have to monitor the situations of Johnny Cardoso and Koke, both of whom have returned to training but remain doubtful. Morten Hjulmand is suspended after being sent off on the third matchday.

🚨🚨 SIMEONE READY FOR BAYERN BATTLE! 🔴⚪🔥 Diego Simeone expects a demanding tactical contest as Atletico Madrid prepare to host Bayern Munich in the Champions League. The Atletico boss has urged his players to embrace the occasion with enthusiasm, while drawing confidence from their impressive 16-game unbeaten home record against German opposition.
— timz (@GOALtimz) November 3, 2026

Bayern will be without Luis Díaz, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Michael Olise remains doubtful after suffering a knee problem against Dortmund. Serge Gnabry and Ismaël Saibari were also affected during that match.

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