CONFIRMED lineups for Bayern vs Inter Milan showdown

Bayern Munich are likely to be without key players for this crucial encounter. Midfielder Jamal Musiala, wing-back Alphonso Davies, and defenders Dayot Upamecano and Hiroki Ito are all set to miss out for several weeks due to injury.

Additionally, captain and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, winger Kingsley Coman, and midfielder Aleksandar Pavlovic are all unavailable for Tuesday's fixture and could also miss the return leg.

Inter Milan, who currently sit atop the Serie A table, have been in formidable form in Europe this season, conceding only two goals across ten Champions League matches.

The Italian side will be aiming to replicate their historic treble-winning feat, a journey that includes their famous triumph over Bayern in the 2010 Champions League final under Jose Mourinho.

Both teams will be hoping to take a significant step towards the semi-finals, with the first leg at Bayern's Allianz Stadium shaping up to be a crucial encounter in what promises to be an enthralling Champions League clash.

Bayern Munich's starting XI (3-4-3): Urbig (GK); Stanisic, Dier, Kim; Laimer, Goretzka, Kimmich Guerreiro; Olise, Kane, Sane.

Inter Milan's starting XI (3-5-2): Sommer (GK); Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni; Darmian, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Augusto; Martinez, Thuram.