Arsenal vs Bayern Munich Report
Scorers: Saka 12’, Trossard 76’; Gnabry 18’, Kane 32’ (P)
Arsenal set the tone early in their UEFA Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, showing a determination to break away from their recent string of 5-1 defeats in competitive head-to-head matches against the Germans.
Bukayo Saka shined in the 12th minute, receiving Ben White’s precise pass and curling a stunning strike into the far corner, giving the Gunners a dream start.
Bayern’s Comeback and Half-Time Lead
Despite Arsenal’s energetic opening, Bayern Munich quickly adjusted, finding an equaliser through former Gunner Serge Gnabry, who coolly slotted past David Raya.
The match’s intensity further escalated when Harry Kane, after a foul on Leroy Sané, converted a penalty, bringing once again to the fore his notorious scoring record against Arsenal and pushing Bayern into a 2-1 lead by half-time.
Arsenal’s Response and Trossard’s Impact
Arsenal increased their offensive in the second half, albeit struggling to dismantle Bayern’s solid defence.
Substitutes Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard injected much-needed vigour, culminating in Trossard levelling the match with a precise finish in the 76th minute, following a slick assist from Jesus.
A Finely Balanced Tie
As the match neared its end, both teams pushed for the winner, with Bayern’s Kingsley Coman nearly snatching victory but hitting the post, leaving the tie finely balanced at 2-2 ahead of the eagerly anticipated second leg.
There was also time for some VAR controversy, as Saka’s leg made contact with Manuel Neuer inside the Bayern penalty box. However, neither the referee nor the VAR felt there was enough in it to award Arsenal a penalty.
Arsenal’s spirited comeback not only maintains their recent unbeaten run but also sets the stage for a compelling return fixture in Munich, with everything still to play for in this UEFA Champions League quarter-final.
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