Bayern Munich temporarily turned the score around against Arsenal at the Allianz Arena, going 2-1 up in the 61st minute through a Harry Kane penalty. The third matchday of the Champions League league phase has produced tempo, chances and a decisive VAR intervention as early as the first half.
Kane swings it back in Bayern’s favor
The moment that changed the match again came in the 59th minute, when the referee awarded Bayern a penalty after Timber handled the ball, according to the on-field decision. Two minutes later, Harry Kane made no mistake from 11 meters and put the Bavarians 2-1 in front.
Before the second goal, the German side had increased the pressure. In the 49th minute, Upamecano tried with a header, but Raya reacted and stopped the effort.
Arsenal struck first, but Bayern responded quickly
The London side took the lead in the 25th minute through Eze, who finished one-on-one with Neuer. The goal was initially ruled out for offside, but VAR later confirmed it and Arsenal went ahead.
Bayern’s response came in the 35th minute. Kane set up Davies, who capitalized when facing Raya and restored parity at 1-1. It was a quick reply in a first half in which the tempo remained high.
Chances and pressure at the Allianz Arena
From the opening minutes, Bayern looked more persistent in attack. In the 21st minute, Gnabry picked up the ball in the box, but his shot was stopped by Raya, who was influential several times for Arsenal.
The meeting came with high expectations, with Bayern looking to make the most of home advantage and Arsenal aiming to confirm their strong run in Europe. Up to the 61st minute, the match has lived up to expectations with quick twists and decisive episodes.
Absences for the Bavarians and the weight of the clash
Before the match, Bayern came in with several important absences. Michael Olise was suspended, while Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich were unavailable, according to the German club’s announcement.
The historical weight of this duel also added to the interest around the match. In 15 previous meetings between the two teams in the Champions League, Bayern had eight wins, Arsenal four, while three matches had ended in draws.
With Bayern leading 2-1 after 61 minutes of play, the clash in Munich remains open and tense, on a night that so far has produced everything expected from a Champions League duel of this magnitude.