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      Real Madrid vs Liverpool: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League last-16 second leg

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      LIVERPOOL have it all to do is they take on Real Madrid in their Champions League last-16 second leg. The Reds were beaten 5-2 in shocking fashion two weeks ago in the first leg at Anfield.
      Vinicius scored twice in Real Madrid’s 5-2 win over LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      Jurgen Klopp’s side led 2-0 and were flying high in the first half before numerous defensive lapses stunted their progress.
      A win for Real would make it their fourth consecutive success over Liverpool in the competition, following the 2018 final, 2021 quarter-finals and the 2022 final.
      Liverpool, however, have made a habit of mustering miraculous comebacks in the Champions League.
      And they’ll be full of belief that they can do it all again as they travel to the Bernabeu.
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      When is Real Madrid vs Liverpool?

      Real Madrid’s clash with Liverpool will take place on Wednesday, March 15.
      The match will get underway at 8pm UK time.
      The Santiago Bernabeu will play host.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Real Madrid vs Liverpool will be shown live on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport 1 HD.
      You can live stream the action on the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Team news
      Real Madrid are going to be without David Alaba and Ferland Mendy in the home leg.
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      But Real will still be close to a full strength side, with Vinicius Jr and Karim Benzema both set to star up front for Los Blancos.
      Liverpool will have to make do without Thiago Alcantara and Luis Duiz still, but they do have Ibrahim Konate back for the second leg.
      Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo are also set to start alongside Mohamed Salah in Liverpool’s usual three-pronged attack.
      Odds

      Real Madrid – 13/10
      Draw -13/5
      Liverpool -9/5
      Real to qualify – 1/100
      Liverpool to qualify – 16/1

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      Man City vs RB Leipzig: Guardiola’s side look to get past Germans to reach Champions League quarter-finals – stream, TV

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      MANCHESTER CITY host German side RB Leipzig in the second leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie.The English Champions will be hoping to win their first Champions League crown this season after coming close in previous years.
      Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts after losing the UEFA Champions League final against Chelsea in 2021Credit: EPA
      In the first leg, it ended all square, a header from Josko Gvardiol cancelled out Riyad Mahrez’s first-half strike.
      Leaving the tie still firmly in the balance at the Etihad, as City look to put previous Champions League disappointment to the back of their minds.
      Riyad Mahrez putting Man City ahead in the first legCredit: EPA
      City are in good form after beating a stubborn Crystal Palace 1-0 on Saturday, keeping them just behind Arsenal, who are top of the Premier League table.
      The same can be said for Leipzig, who have won two of their three games since the first leg, with a defeat against high-flying Dortmund sandwiched in between thier two wins.
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      When is Man City vs RB Leipzig?

      Man City vs RB Leipzig is on Tuesday, March 14.
      Kick-off is at 8pm UK time.
      The Etihad will play host.

      What channel is Man City vs RB Leipzig on?

      Man City vs RB Leipzig will be shown live on BT Sport 1.
      Coverage gets underway from 7pm UK time.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from the Ethihad by following SunSport’s live blog.

      Can I stream Man City vs RB Leipzig FREE?

      You can live stream Man City vs RB Leipzig for free via the BT Sport app, providing you are a subscriber to BT Sport.
      The BT Sport app is available to download for free on your mobile or tablet device.

      What is the latest team news?
      Pep Guardiola will be hoping that his side came through the Crystal Palace game on the weekend unscathed.
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      Phil Foden played 60 minutes after he recovered from a foot problem.
      Kevin de Bruyne only managed 15 minutes from the bench on Saturday, so he will be chomping at the bit to return to the City eleven.
      For Leipzig they have had illness thought-out their squad over the past week, with Konrad Laimer, Andre Silva, Dominik Szoboszlai and Timo Werner all suffering.
      Dani Olmo returned to first-team training last week and featured from the bench in the 3-0 win against Monchengladbach on the weekend.
      Christopher Nkunku is likely to be out of action after suffering a minor thigh strain.
      Goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi is still out long-term after he tore his ACL in October.
      Odds

      Man City – 4/11
      Draw – 19/5
      RB Leipzig – 7/1

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      Fulham vs Arsenal: Gunners aim to take huge step to first Premier League title since 2003-04 at high-flyers – TV, stream

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      ONE swing of Reiss Nelson’s boot left 60,000 Gooners bouncing around the Emirates, dreaming of a first title since 2003-04.Not since Arsene Wenger’s Invincibles have Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy.
      Arsenal kept their Premier League dream alive with a last-gasp win over Bournemouth last weekendCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta will be itching to keep up his side’s momentum at FulhamCredit: Getty
      In that time, Gunners fans have watched Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Leicester and Liverpool claim top honours.
      For a team that dominated in the 1990s and early 2000s, it’s barely-believable to think the red-half of North London have had to endure a near 20-year title drought.
      Arsenal have often been accused of being mentally weak, with a threadbare squad starved of world-class talent.
      But after staging an outrageous comeback in their last Premier League game, fans are ready to believe again.
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      On Saturday at the Emirates, Arsenal were a goal down within 10 seconds and, when they found themselves trailing 2-0, doubts began to creep into Gooners’ minds.
      To become champions, you have to win like champions – and sometimes that means doing things the hard way.
      It’s not always pretty. Thomas Partey and Ben White scrambled home a goal each to draw level against the Cherries.
      But the Arsenal side continually called mentally fragile in years gone by kept scrapping until the bitter end.
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      And it was super-sub Nelson, with the sweetest swing of his left boot, who secured a vital three points in their last Premier League run-out.
      It speaks volumes that it wasn’t Martin Odegaard or Bukayo Saka who played the role of hero on the day.
      For while they are quickly developing into world-class talents, it was a fringe player out of contract this summer who saved the day.
      With a great blend of top young talent and experienced veterans, all under the leadership of a Pep Guardiola graduate, it’s looking more and more like being Arsenal’s year.
      There are just 12 games left to go and while Arsenal lead Man City by just five points, they keep finding the strength to keep them at arm’s length.
      Pep’s squad are seasoned veterans of the title-winning game and have a knack for a dramatic title win.
      Of course, there was Sergio Aguero’s iconic last-gasp strike against QPR to snatch the 2011-12 crown – the club’s first.
      But there was also last season, when an Ilkay Gundogan-inspired XI came from 2-0 down to beat Aston Villa 3-2 on the final day to break Liverpool fans’ hearts.
      Mikel Arteta knows the title race isn’t over as he guides his side to West London to take on high-flying Fulham.
      From here on in, every match is must-win. Every match is a cup final. Every match is a potential banana skin.
      But if any Arsenal side can sneak over the line, maybe it’s this one.

      What is their form like?
      Fulham: Very strong.
      The Cottagers are surpassing all expectations by pushing an unlikely European place for next season.
      So often caught yo-yo-ing between the Premier League and Championship, Marco Silva has his side looking genuinely threatening.
      Fulham were seven matches unbeaten in all competitions – including reaching the FA Cup quarter-finals – before their heartbreaking 3-2 loss at Brentford last time out.
      Arsenal: Also very strong.
      The Gunners have now won their last four Premier League matches since the 3-1 top-of-the-table six-pointer defeat at the hands of Man City last month.
      And on the back of their last-gasp win over Bournemouth, they’ll be full of confidence at Craven Cottage.
      What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?
      Fulham: Layvin Kurzawa is the latest home star to pick up an injury, with a knee issue.
      He joins Tom Cairney (shin) and Neeskans Kebano (Achilles) in missing the match.
      Elsewhere, Palhinha will serve the first of his two-match suspension against the Gunners.
      Arsenal: Gabriel Jesus has rejoined the squad and is training after three months out with a knee injury, although this match may come too soon.
      Eddie Nketiah is still out and is joined by Leanardo Trossard on the physio’s table after the latter picked up a knock against the Cherries.
      Mohamed Elneny is a long-term absentee for Mikel Arteta.
      Who will be the star men?
      Fulham: Aleksandar Mitrovic.
      Back from injury, the Serbian star will look to use his physicality to wreak havoc on the Gunners back-four.

      Arsenal: Martin Odegaard.
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      Against a strong Fulham side, Arteta will look to his captain to pull the strings in midfield and open doors for Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Co in attack – or even add to his tally of nine Premier League goals himself.
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      Arsenal 2 Fulham 1 More

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      Man Utd vs Real Betis: United look to put Liverpool thrashing behind them in Europa League last 16 TONIGHT – TV, stream

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      JUST a week ago, Manchester United were riding high – and they’ll be hoping to rediscover that form TONIGHT.Erik ten Hag’s men got their hands on the Carabao Cup – their first piece of silverware in six years.
      Man Utd were ripped apart by arch-rivals Liverpool in their last match – can they bounce back in Europe with their Premier League dream in tatters?Credit: Rex
      Erik ten Hag could only watch on in shock as Liverpool put seven past UnitedCredit: PA
      And after suddenly closing the gap on Arsenal and Manchester City in the Premier League title race, they were on course for a shock Quadruple.
      United had been the form team in the country… until a trip up the M62 on Sunday.
      Ten Hag led his side to Anfield to take on a stuttering Liverpool side expected to be ripped apart by red-hot Marcus Rashford.
      In a barely-believable 90 minutes, Jurgen Klopp’s Reds showed signs of their old, rampant best as they stormed to a 7-0 win.
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      Liverpool played well, of course. But the manner of United’s second-half capitulation – conceding six times and seemingly having thrown in the towel – will be a huge concern to the boss.
      Famously-strict Ten Hag dragged his flops into training early on Monday morning – and turned up two hours before them as he plotted his next move.
      The boss has to figure out one simple thing: Was the Liverpool mauling a one-off, a fluke, an anomaly? Or was United’s incredible run simply just a purple patch?
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      Ten Hag doesn’t have long to work it out, either, with Real Betis heading to Old Trafford for the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie.
      The LaLiga team may be without star man Nabil Fekir – with the former Premier League target out for the season with an ACL tear – but have another trump card up their sleeve.
      Boss Manuel Pellegrini knows all about United from his days in the Premier League with rivals City and West Ham,
      And the Chilean boss boasts a strong record vs Man Utd – winning five and drawing one of his nine games in the Prem.
      Ten Hag must put any thoughts like that to the back of his mind and get his shellshocked squad to bounce back strongly.
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      A commanding win on Thursday will go a long way to helping restore the confidence.
      But a defeat could send a few jitters through the Old Trafford ranks.
      A collapse at this stage in the season could be terminal for their hopes of winning any more silverware… or even clinging on to a top-four spot.

      What is their form like?
      Man Utd: Up until Sunday, very good. But now? It’s up in the air. It’s all about how Ten Hag can get his team to bounce back.
      United had been unbeaten in 11 matches – including their two-legged win over Barcelona – since a 3-2 defeat against Arsenal in January prior to the Kop shock.
      Real Betis: Solid, if unspectacular.
      The LaLiga side most-recently drew 0-0 with high-flying Real Madrid last weekend and are unbeaten since losing a 4-3 thriller vs Celta Vigo on February 4.
      What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?
      Man Utd: Ten Hag has no new injury concerns following the 7-0 thrashing by Liverpool, with Anthony Martial, Donny van de Beek and Christian Eriksen all long-term absentees.
      But the furious boss may decide to ring the changes.
      Luke Shaw and Diogo Dalot had a tough day at the office, with both Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Tyrell Malacia pushing for starts.
      Wout Weghorst and Fred may also see their places in the XI come under threat following their performances with Jadon Sancho and Marcel Sabitzer expected to play.
      Real Betis: Missing Fekir through injury is a blow, but the club have back up in academy graduate Rodri.
      Otherwise, Pellegrini has a full squad to choose from.
      Who will be the star men?
      Man Utd: Marcus Rashford.
      Ten Hag is almost certain to ring the changes, but Rashford but surely remain – most likely as a central striker.
      The England star has been in red-hot form since the World Cup and the Liverpool defeat is unlikely to harm his stock.
      The boss is unlikely to rest players at this point in the competition, particularly with their spot in title race gone.

      Real Betis: Rodri.
      The academy hotshot has been fast-tracked into the Betis first XI in Fekir’s absence and performed admirably.
      How he performs up against Casemiro could determine the outcome of the game.
      SunSport prediction
      Man Utd 2 Real Betis 0
      When is Man Utd vs Real Betis?

      United’s home clash with Betis will take place TONIGHT – Thursday, March 9.
      The game will be held at Old Trafford.
      United vs Betis will get underway from 8pm UK time.

      What channel is it can it be live streamed?

      Man Utd vs Real Betis will be shown live on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Odds

      Man Utd – 2/5
      Draw – 7/2
      Real Betis – 13/1

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      Sporting vs Arsenal: Gunners readjust focus on Europa League aspirations after courageous Cherries comeback – stream, TV

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      ARSENAL take on Sporting in a mouth-watering Europa League knockout encounter – and they’ll be hoping for a smoother trip than their last match against Bournemouth.Mikel Arteta’s men were forced to dig deep after going TWO goals behind – with the first one coming inside nine seconds.
      Reiss Nelson scored a sublime stoppage time winner to secure Arsenal three pointsCredit: Rex
      But Reiss Nelson’s last-gasp strike helped the Gunners to snatch all three points from the Cherries on the weekend.
      However, the Arsenal boss will be determined to keep his side level-headed as they now face a Sporting side who have a huge pedigree in European football.
      Furthermore, the Portuguese giants have familiar face Hector Bellerin within their ranks and he’ll be eager to prove a point against some of his former teammates.
      When is Sporting vs Arsenal?

      Sporting’s tasty Europa League tie against Arsenal will take place on Thursday, March 9.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 5:45pm UK time – same time locally.
      Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host approximately 50,095.
      The Gunners were held to a goalless draw when these two sides last met in a 2018 Europa League group fixture.

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      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Sporting vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on BT Sport 2 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 5:15pm UK time – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription members of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.
      Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will have minute-by-minute coverage of the match.

      What is the team news?
      Sporting boss Ruben Amorim will be hoping Dario Essugo will recover in time for the huge Arsenal clash.
      While it is likely to be too soon for Daniel Braganca despite returning to training from his cruciate ligament rupture last July.
      Elsewhere, Mikel Arteta will be sweating over the fitness of Eddie Nketiah who missed out on the courageous Bournemouth win.
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      And Leandro Trossard after being dragged off early with what looked to be a suspected groin strain.
      Leandro Trossard was forced to come off early on the weekendCredit: Alamy
      However, this could result in a start for super sub Reiss Nelson following his heroic performance on the weekend.
      What are the odds?

      Sporting to win 5/2
      Draw 23/10
      Arsenal to win 11/10

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      Man Utd vs Real Betis: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Europa League match-up

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be looking for a big response as they take on Real Betis in the Europa League. United were thrashed 7-0 by rivals Liverpool on the weekend, putting doubt about Erik Ten Hag’s team back into the minds of supporters.
      Man Utd were beaten 7-0 by Liverpool at AnfieldCredit: PA
      The Dutchman has already criticised his players, calling them ‘unprofessional’ for the way in which they capitulated against the Reds.
      Bruno Fernandes was also called out as embarrassing by Gary Neville after the Portuguese’s on-field antics.
      And now United will be aiming to bounce back as they take on La Liga side Betis in the last-16 of Europe’s secondary competition.
      When is Man Utd vs Real Betis?

      United’s home clash with Betis will take place on Thursday, March 9.
      The game will be held at Old Trafford.
      United vs Betis will get underway from 8pm UK time.

      What channel is it can it be live streamed?

      Man Utd vs Real Betis will be shown live on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Ten Hag has no major injury concerns following the 7-0 thrashing by Liverpool, but he may decide to ring in some changes.
      Luke Shaw and Diogo Dalot had a tough day at the office, with both Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Tyrell Malacia pushing for starts.
      Wout Weghorst and Fred may also see their places in the XI come under threat following their performances.
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      Odds

      Man Utd – 2/5
      Draw – 7/2
      Real Betis – 13/1

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      Chelsea vs Dortmund: Blues hope to contain Bellingham and Co as they eye Champions League last-16 comeback – stream, TV

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      WINNING against Leeds was a small step in the right direction for Chelsea.But victory over Borussia Dortmund would feel like an enormous leap for Graham Potter and his beleaguered Blues.
      Chelsea finally got back to winning ways against LeedsCredit: Getty
      Borussia Dortmund have won 11 games out of 11 in 2023Credit: AP
      Chelsea welcome Jude Bellingham and Dortmund to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday with a 1-0 deficit to overturn from the first leg.
      In a boost to Potter and Co, Karim Adeyemi, the scorer in Dortmund, remains an injury doubt for the game.
      The Blues will also be buoyed by Wesley Fofana’s 53rd minute winner on Saturday that sealed a first three points since January.
      However, goals remain a problem.
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      Fofana’s effort was just the SEVENTH time the Blues have netted in all competitions since November 6.
      Dortmund on the other hand are a winning machine.
      Edin Terzic’s side have won 11 out of 11 games in 2023, scoring 30 goals in the process.
      Stopping Dortmund won’t be easy, but the green shoots from Saturday’s win over Leeds will give the Blues belief of progressing to the Champions League quarter-finals.
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      The Blues were unlucky not to score at least once in Dortmund last month.
      And they know that, realistically, their only chance of playing in the competition next season will be winning it this campaign.
      However, the need to go out on the front foot could leave Potter’s side vulnerable on the counter-attack, and an early Dortmund goal would leave them with a mountain to climb.
      What is their form like?
      Chelsea’s win over Leeds was just a third victory in 16 games.
      On the other hand Borussia Dortmund have been faultless in 2023, winning 11 out of 11 in all competitions.
      What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?
      Reece James is set to return after missing the weekend’s win over Leeds.
      N’Golo Kante and Christian Pulisic have also taken part in training ahead of the match.
      Mason Mount is suspended after picking up three yellow cards in the competition, while Thiago Silva remains out with a knee injury.
      Meanwhile Dortmund could be without goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, who was injured in the warm-up against RB Leipzig at the weekend.
      Adeyemi is also a doubt, as is Donyell Malen, while Youssoufa Moukoko, Julien Duranville and Mateu Morey all sidelined.
      Who will be the star men?
      This game could come down to the midfield battle between two of the world’s top talents.
      The tussle between Bellingham and Enzo Fernandez in the middle of the park is poised to be a fascinating watch.
      And whoever comes out on top could drag their respective teams to victory in the process.
      Jude Bellingham’s Bundesliga stats this season make for impressive reading
      Enzo Fernandez has one assist in five Premier League games since joining Chelsea
      What have the managers said?
      Potter is looking forward to unleashing winger Raheem Sterling against Dortmund on Tuesday.
      The boss told club media: “Raheem’s goalscoring record in the Champions League speaks for itself.
      “He’s an experienced, proven campaigner in that competition and we’re looking forward to having him on the pitch on Tuesday, hopefully enjoying his football and contributing to us winning and going through.”
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      Don’t be fooled by the recent form, Chelsea could have earned at least a draw in the first-leg last month.
      And Saturday’s win over Leeds will kick them into gear for this huge clash – but it won’t be easy.
      Home advantage will see the Blues progress, but don’t be surprised if this game goes the distance.
      Prediction: 2-0 Chelsea (after extra time)
      When is Chelsea vs Dortmund?

      Chelsea’s crunch Champions League second leg tie against Borussia Dortmund will take place on TOMORROW – Tuesday, March 7.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 8pm UK time.
      Stamford Bridge will play host to the match.
      Dortmund ran out 1-0 winners in the reverse fixture.

      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Chelsea vs Borussia Dortmund will be broadcast LIVE on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 7pm UK time – a whole hour before kick-off.
      Subscription members of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.
      Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will have minute-by-minute coverage of the match.

      What are the odds?

      Chelsea to win 17/20
      Draw 5/2
      Dortmund to win 16/5

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      Chelsea 1/1
      Dortmund 8/11

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      Bayern Munich vs PSG: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for massive Champions League game

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      PSG take on Bayern Munich in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 clash. Lionel Messi and Co are trailing 1-0 thanks to Kingsley Coman’s first-leg winner in Paris.
      Kingsley Coman scored the winner as Bayern beat PSG in the first legCredit: Getty
      PSG are still looking to win an elusive Champions League title, having come so close on numerous occasions over the years.
      But Bayern will feel confident of getting the job done at home after winning the first leg so comfortably.
      PSG also have some major injury news to contend with, as superstar Neymar will miss the game with an ankle problem.
      When is Bayern vs PSG?

      Bayern Munich’s home game against PSG will take place on Wednesday, March 8.
      The game will get underway from 8pm UK time.
      The game will be held at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

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      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Bayern Munich vs PSG will be shown live on BT Sport 2.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile and tablet device.

      Team news
      Benjamin Pavard will miss the game for Bayern after being sent off late in the first leg.
      Lucas Hernandez is still out as he recovers from an ACL injury, with Bayern likely to go for a back three again.
      Sadio Mane could return but only to the bench.
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      Neymar is out for PSG with an ankle problem and Prensel Kimpembe will also miss the game with an Achilles issue.
      Odds

      Bayern – 3/4
      Draw – 16/5
      PSG – 14/5
      Bayern to qualify – 1/8
      PSG to qualify – 9/2

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