Rooney's absence confirmed

The England striker, who sustained an ankle injury in last week's first leg game, was reportedly in line for a premature return at Old Trafford.

But United manager Alex Ferguson has made it clear that his top marksman will not be risked against the Bavarians.

United trail Bayern by a goal after the 2-1 defeat at Allianz Arena, but the Red Devils will go through should they win with a clean sheet.