With the Champions League group stages getting underway on Tuesday night, Sportsmail's experts pick their Euro stars for this year's competition. MARTIN KEOWN Who will win the tournament? The extra firepower of Robert Lewandowski and the added class of Xabi Alonso mean Bayern Munich are my tip. Robert Lewandowski (left) will spearhead Bayern Munich's Champions League charge Can the English teams compete? Chelsea and City are best equipped, Liverpool will relish being back and Arsenal are desperate to win it for Arsene Wenger. Which player will be the surprise star? A few years ago it was Gareth Bale taking Europe by storm. Can Raheem Sterling do the same? Both moved in from the wing and both are so exciting — it’s Sterling’s time to shine.
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Carlo Ancelotti's side will be looking to defend their title this season
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Liverpool return to the Champions League after five-year absence
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Chelsea will hope to replicate their 2012 triumph, while Manchester City and Arsenal will look to improve on last season's performances
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