This year, the UEFA Champions League will feature one of the most even games in the competition's history. The semifinals will feature a game between FC Barcelona and FC Bayern Munich. The contest is between the teams that most agree have been the two best in Europe this season, and that is just one of the storylines going into this match. One thing that will affect this match is Bayern's injury problem. Bayern will be missing star wingers Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben. Bayern may also lose players like Lewandowski, Thiago, and Alaba. Meanwhile, Barcelona will be able to play their first choice squad. The scariest thing about that for Bayern is the front three of Barcelona composed of Neymar, Luis Suarez, and Lionel Messi. Between themselves the three have scored over one hundred goals, and each one is playing excellently. Another fact that makes this match-up even more enticing is the fact that it sees Pep Guardiola return to Barcelona. Pep is the legendary coach of Barcelona who upon resigning as manager joined Bayern. There will be many conflicting emotions as Barcelona attempt to achieve success by defeating the coach that gave them so much success in the past. Finally, one more storyline for this game is the revenge Barcelona will certainly be looking for. This is because two years ago, Bayern Munich beat Barcelona on an aggregate score of 7-0. However, things are different now. Lionel Messi had been injured for that game. Last week, he scored twice. Also, this is a much different Barcelona team, as Neymar and Suarez are new signings. Despite the adversity, Bayern will be sure to give Barcelona an incredible game. The most anticipated game of the season will surely pay off
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