Real Madrid – Bayern Munich 2026: where and when to watch, lineups, statistics, will Lunin play?

European football is preparing for another historic confrontation in the Champions League quarter-finals. The classic of European football is returning: Real Madrid will meet Bayern Munich in a two-match duel that promises to be the main event of this football spring. For Ukrainian fans, this match has a special meaning, because our goalkeeper Andriy Lunin is in the “creamy” team. When and where

European football is preparing for another historic confrontation in the Champions League quarter-finals. The classic of European football is returning: Real Madrid will meet Bayern Munich in a two-match duel that promises to be the main event of this football spring. For Ukrainian fans, this match has a special connotation, because our goalkeeper Andriy Lunin is present in the application of the “creamy” team.

When and where will the matches take place?

The confrontation will consist of two fights, which will traditionally take place in the evening prime time:

• First match Real Madrid – Bayern Munich: April 7, 2026, kick-off at 10:00 PM (Kyiv time).
• Second Match (second leg) Real Madrid – Bayern Munich: April 15, 2026, kick-off at 10:00 PM.

The Madrid leg of the battle will be hosted by the legendary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium . The arena, which holds 83,186 spectators , is guaranteed to be filled to capacity, creating incredible pressure on the football guests from Germany.

Statistics: who is the favorite in historical terms?

Full match statistics: Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich

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The matches between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are one of the most frequently contested in the history of European competitions, the UEFA Champions League . These teams know each other perfectly.

According to the statistics of previous meetings, matches between these giants are always marked by high results. In recent years, Madrid has often emerged victorious from these duels (let’s recall at least their dramatic meetings in the semi-finals of previous competitions), but Bayern always remains the most dangerous opponent, capable of turning the tide of the game thanks to high pressure and individual skill of the leaders.

The main intrigue for Ukraine: Courtois or Lunin?

For Ukrainian fans, the most important question is who will defend the Madrid goal. Carlo Ancelotti’s extended application includes both Thibaut Courtois and Andriy Lunin . The Ukrainian goalkeeper has repeatedly proven his reliability in the most important matches, so the battle for a place in the starting lineup promises to be extremely tense right up until the starting whistle.

Official team rosters: star-studded lineup

Both clubs are approaching the match with their most competitive lineups, full of world-class stars.

Royal Club (“Real Madrid”):

• Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Andriy Lunin.
• Defenders: Daniel Carvajal, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Antonio Rudiger, Eder Militan, Ferland Mendy.
• Midfielders: Jude Bellingham, Luka Modric, Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, Aurelien Chuameny, Brahim Diaz.
• Forwards: Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, Endrik.

German car (“Bayern Munich”):

• Goalkeepers: Manuel Neuer, Sven Ulreich, Daniel Peretz.
• Defenders: Alphonso Davies, Min Jae Kim, Dayot Upamecano, Jonathan Ta, Hiroki Ito.
• Midfielders: Jamal Musiala, Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Joao Paglia, Konrad Laimer.
• Forwards: Harry Kane, Leroy Sane, Serge Gnabry, Kingsley Coman, Michael Oliseh, Nicolas Jackson, Luis Diaz.

Where to watch the Real Madrid – Bayern match online?

Traditionally, legal broadcasts of top European matches in Ukraine are available on specialized sports platforms Megogo or TV Futbol.

Be sure to bookmark this page – closer to the match we will update information about all available viewing options and text broadcasts.