Spanish clubs concerned ahead of German clashes in Champions League

In a Champions League contest between Germany and Spain you would normally expect the Spanish clubs to come out on top.

At first glance it looks that way with this week’s triple-header. At second glance the contest is not quite so clear cut.

Barcelona must be strong favourites to beat Borussia Monchengladbach. While Andre Schubert has steadied the ship since Gladbach went down 4-0 in Manchester two weeks ago, Barcelona have too much firepower for their fragile defence, even without the injured Leo Messi.