"Vincent Kompany has received a major boost ahead of the match, with Harry Kane returning to training. The England striker missed the previous Bundesliga game against Borussia Monchengladbach due to a calf problem, but he has looked sharp in training. Christian Falk has told CFBayern that Kane has been included in the squad, while there is little doubt that he could feature in the match."
"The German champions won all but one of their league-phase matches to qualify automatically for this stage, and they are widely regarded as one of the favourites to win the competition. Atalanta, on the other hand, produced a remarkable comeback in the playoffs to knock Borussia Dortmund out of the tournament."
"The Bavarian giants have won their last six matches in all competitions and are unbeaten in their previous eight, while Atalanta head into the contest without a win in their last three games. The Serie A club have won three of their five two-legged UEFA ties against German opposition and have also claimed victory in four of their last five meetings with such sides."
Bayern Munich and Atalanta compete in the Champions League last-16 first leg in Bergamo on Tuesday. Bayern qualified automatically by winning nearly all league-phase matches and are competition favorites. Atalanta advanced through a remarkable playoff comeback against Borussia Dortmund. Bayern manager Vincent Kompany receives positive news with Harry Kane returning to training after a calf injury and being included in the squad. Nicolas Jackson impressed in Kane's absence but will likely return to the bench. Alphonso Davies completed his third training session post-injury and travels as reserve. Bayern enters as strong favorites, having won six consecutive matches and remaining unbeaten in eight games, while Atalanta struggles with no wins in their last three matches.
Read at CF Bayern Insider
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