Erik ten Hag's big-game Manchester United tactic could be put to the test against Bayern Munich

Manchester United are back in the Champions League and kick off their group stage campaign at Bayern Munich on Wednesday - talk about a baptism of fire.

The German champions have taken 10 points from their opening four Bundesliga matches and, as with every season, come into the competition among the favourites. Thomas Tuchel already has two Champions League finals under his belt - winning once - and can call on long-time United target Harry Kane.

The former Tottenham striker has hit the ground running with four goals in as many league games but United would be foolish to focus solely on him. Bayern hold a threat in just about every position, and left-back Alphonso Davies typifies their relentless attacking nature.

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The Canadian international already has three assists in the Bundesliga and, under Tuchel, plays virtually as a left-winger. He is blessed with devastating pace and will be a major point of focus for United.

Erik ten Hag made a habit last season of moving Bruno Fernandes out to the right in big games. The decision allowed one of Fred or Scott McTominay to support Casemiro but it had an added bonus, with the Portuguese midfielder a constant pest against attacking left-backs.

Fernandes most notably took on the role in January's 2-1 win at home to Manchester City, coming up against his compatriot Joao Cancelo and stifling the Blues defender. But he also did the same against Aston Villa in April, managing Alex Moreno out of the game and scoring the only goal of a 1-0 win.

"He can play several roles, from that perspective, you need players like Bruno to be