We are now just a couple of weeks away from the start of the major European domestic leagues, which also means that the European cup competitions are also on the horizon.
The preliminary rounds in the Champions League have already begun as we look to decide which teams will be taking part in the league portion of the tournament this season.
My Analysis
If you are now aware, there is a new format coming in the Champions League this season, with the opening round now one big league instead of individual groups.
While there are changes coming, the teams considered to be among the favorites remain the same, with Bayern Munich very much in the conversation, as they usually always are.
Before we get to the odds for the tournament this season, it is worth noting that we are some way off from knowing the head-to-head matchups in the Champions League.
What we can do, though, is take a look at some of the top teams as we try to decide who could make an impact.
For Bayern Munich, this season is all about bouncing back from what was an absolute nightmare in the 2023/24 season.
^Bayern in 2023
Heading into last season, Bayern Much were looking for their 12th straight Bundesliga title.
^Vincent Kompany
The poor campaign last season led to Thomas Tuchel being removed as the manager, with former Manchester City stalwart, Vincent Kompany in as the new man to lead the team.
Kompany’s resume is a little iffy at best, so this is certainly something of a step up for him. He will have some great talent to work with, though.
Munich went out in the offseason and picked up Michael Olise, a talented young winger who can score goals and provide, which could help Harry Kane have another big season in terms of goals.
^Road to the Allianz Arena
I believe that, realistically, goal one for Bayern Munich is to get back to the top of the Bundesliga, but they also have a big reason to want to make it to the Champions League Final.
The final game in the tournament will be played in Bayern Munich’s stadium, so they would have a definite edge if they were able to make it all the way to the final.
Again, it all depends on how kind the draw is to all the teams involved, but even before we get to that, I think I can safely say that Munich will make it into the knockout phase of the tournament.
Right now, they are sitting at +1175 on the bookies board, with 4 teams ahead of them.
I would be a little nervous about taking them to win, but another semi-final appearance does not seem out of the question.
^UEFA Champions League Schedule
- July 30-31 – Second Leg, Second Qualifying Draw
- August 5 – Playoff Round Draw
- August 6-7 – First Leg, Third Qualifying Round
- August 13 – Second Leg, Third Qualifying Round
- August 20-21 – First Leg, Playoff Round
- August 27-28 – Second Leg, Playoff Round
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— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) July 30, 2024
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