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RB: Joshua Kimmich | Bayern Munich
The Bavarians' go-to utility man, Joshua Kimmich comes in at right-back ahead of Benjamin Pavard due to his injury. His PSG counterpart and compatriot Thilo Kehrer has also impressed at right-back for Tuchel's side. However, Kimmich is yet to put a foot wrong regardless of where he's played and has impressed profoundly.
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Kimmich played a large part of the season in midfield until Pavard picked up an injury, forcing him to move to right-back. This was a move that didn't affect Bayern in the slightest, if not make them even better. Thiago's pairing with Leon Goretzka in the middle has proved to be a remarkable combination, allowing Kimmich to bomb down the right flank and support the attack.
The all-action German starts at right-back but is virtually all over the pitch, covering every blade of grass for the Bavarians. Kimmich is the embodiment of the sheer energy and determination of this Bayern side. The 25-year-old also registered his tenth assist of the campaign against Lyon.
CB: Thiago Silva | Paris Saint-Germain
A lot has been made of Thiago Silva's performances when it comes to the most crucial moments in the UCL. The veteran centre-back has been PSG's go-to figures in defence for the longest time, but a lack of European accolades has tainted his glorious time in Paris. The 35-year-old is now 90 minutes from rewriting history and etching his name into the record books.
Thiago Silva has been absolutely colossal for PSG this year, particularly impressing in the knockout stage. Much like Neuer, even at 35, the Brazilian centre-half has shown Europe what he's capable of and what makes him one of the best defenders of his generation with a string of commanding displays. O Monstro has barely put a foot wrong, and has been a vocal leader at the back for PSG's inexperienced defence.
The Brazilian would hope to continue this fine vein of form and lead PSG to their crowning moment of everything they've built over the last decade or so. He will be up against the best striker in the world, Lewandowski, and would have to be at his very best to stop him.
CB: David Alaba | Bayern Munich
David Alaba went from being Bayern Munich's staple left-back to playing in the heart of defence after the emergence of Alphonso Davies out wide. Although Alaba's played at centre-back before, he hasn't done so on a regular basis. That might not appear to be the case for anyone who watches him play as the Austrian has been simply superb in central defence for the Germans.
Alaba has added another dimension to the way Bayern patiently build up their attack. The left-footed defender has been arguably the best player in the side when it comes to bringing the ball out of defence, and owing to his dribbling ability, he often bypasses the midfield press and gives the Bavarians an edge.
Despite his comical own goal which was hardly a talking point of Bayern Munich's 8-2 win against Barcelona, Alaba was imperious on the night, shackling Barcelona's waning attack. The Austrian international's transition from full-back to centre-back has been one of the primary reasons for this Bayern team looking so comfortable when in possession.
LB: Alphonso Davies | Bayern Munich
Undoubtedly one of the best wonderkids on display in this year's UCL, Alphonso Davies is one of the most unique threats that PSG will be faced with in the final. The winger-turned-full-back has all the traits of a dangerous attacker going forward while also having the diligence to track his runners at the same time.
It is easy to forget that he's just 19 and that this is his maiden UCL campaign. The Canadian international has been simply superb every time he's taken to the pitch, and has put in some crucial displays for Bayern. Davies' performance against Barcelona was phenomenal, and his evening was summed up by a breathtaking sequence wherein he went past Lionel Messi and Arturo Vidal before a moment of magic. He sent Nelson Semedo the wrong way, and before the Portuguese knew what hit him, Davies found Kimmich in the box to assist Bayern's fifth goal.
Davies' clash against Kylian Mbappe will be a duel of two of the fastest footballers on the planet, one that will certainly be a joy to watch in the final.
Also read: Top 5 young players of this football season (2019/20)
