Match Preview: Bayern Munich should be wary of Lyon

Opposition Focus

Lyon has been tactically astute during their victories against Juventus and Manchester City. They had to dig deep under pressure, but they were by no means smash and grab performances. Against City, Lyon were threatening on the break as they exploited the space between center-back and full-back.

Moreover, Garcia got his substitutes spot on as Moussa Dembele made a big impact from the bench. He scored two goals in a matter of few minutes to win the game for the French club. Lyon will be looking to execute a similar game plan against Bayern on Wednesday, soaking up the pressure and hurting the German team on the counter.

Houssem Aouar is one player to watch out in Lyon’s midfield on Wednesday. The young French midfielder has been the anchor for Lyon in the last two games. Die Roten should make sure that Aouar doesn’t get much time on the ball by disrupting his rhythm.

In the attack, Memphis Depay will be the key player for Lyon. The Dutchman was not on the scoresheet against Man City, but his performance was impressive. Die Roten will have to cut off passes into the Dutch forward and keep him quiet by isolating him upfront. Despite being massive favourites for this game, Bayern will have to be on their toes to get the victory against Lyon.

Score Prediction

Lyon 1-3 Bayern Munich

Lyon delivered terrific performances against Manchester City and Juventus in the last two weeks. It will not be straightforward for Bayern Munich, but their form will get them over the line to book a place in the finals of the Champions League.