Bayern München have history on their side as they kick off their Group E campaign away to Benfica, who are hoping to put a tough 2017/18 UEFA Champions League campaign behind them.
• The German club are unbeaten in eight previous matches against their Portuguese opponents, and their recent prowess in this competition points to another testing evening for the home side – although strong form in qualifying this season should give Benfica cause for confidence.
Previous meetings
• The teams have met in four previous two-legged ties – and Bayern have won all of them, including the quarter-final of their victorious 19…