Attempt saved. Mathys Tel (FC Bayern München) header from the centre of the box is saved.

Bayern Munich need a big win over Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday night to have any chance of securing a top-eight finish in the league phase of the Champions League.Interestingly, Bayern coach

MUNICH, Germany (Reuters) -Bayern Munich eased past Slovan Bratislava 3-1 in the Champions League on Wednesday but the Germans missed out on a top-eight finish and automatic qualification and will go into a playoff for a spot in the Round of 16.

There's work to be done for Bayern Munich today if they are to avoid the UCL playoffs, as they go in search of a win at home against Slovakian strugglers Slovan Bratislava. Last week's 3-0 loss to Feyenoord means Bayern come into this final league phase fixture in 15th,

With a spot in the knockouts already secure, Bayern Munich have a chance to sneak into the top eight of the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday when the league phase comes to a close. Bayern enter Matchday 8 in 15th place but are just one point shy of a spot in the top eight and so direct passageway to the round of 16 is a real possibility for Vincent Kompany's side.

Bayern Munich narrowly missed out on a top 8 finish in the Champions League, despite beating Slovan Bratislava 3-1 at home. The losses the Bavarians suffered throughout their European campaign proved to be costly as scoring goals continue to be an issue for the team,