Bayern Munich v Atalanta Line-Ups Revealed Ahead of Champions League Clash Bayern Munich and Atalanta have released their official starting line-ups for their Champions League round of 16 tie, with both teams making tactical adjustments ahead of the match. Atalanta, who suffered a 6-1 home defeat in the first leg, have reintegrated key players into their squad, including Raspadori, as manager Gian Piero Palladino prepares for the second leg. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich faces a goalkeeper shortage, with four goalkeepers—Neuer, Urbig, Ulreich, and Klanac—unavailable, forcing 16-year-old Prescott to take charge of the team’s defense. The match, set for March 18, 2026, will see Bayern Munich adopt a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Urbig making his debut in goal. The backline includes Stanisic, Tah, Kim, and Guerreiro, while midfielders Pavlovic, Goretzka, Karl, Bischof, and Diaz support striker Kane. Manager Pep Guardiola, however, is not listed in the original text, so the manager’s name might be an error or placeholder. Atalanta, meanwhile, has opted for a 3-4-2-1 system, with Sportiello in goal and a defensive trio of Kossounou, Hien, and Scalvini. Midfielders Bellanova, Ederson, Pasalic, and Bernasconi form the base, while De Ketelaere returns to the attacking line alongside Sulemana and Scamacca. Manager Raffaele Palladino’s tactical choices aim to counter Bayern’s strength in attack. The match promises to be a high-stakes encounter, with Atalanta seeking to overturn their first-leg deficit and Bayern aiming to secure a place in the quarterfinals. Both teams will rely on their depth and adaptability to navigate the challenges of the tie.#bayern_munich #champions_league #pep_guardiola #atalanta #gian_piero_palladino
