Can Arsenal change their horror Champions League record against Bayern Munich?

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·28 de agosto de 2025

Can Arsenal change their horror Champions League record against Bayern Munich?

Arsenal have been drawn against Bayern Munich as one of their opponents in the league phase of the Champions League this season. The Gunners enjoyed a strong run in recent campaigns, reaching the semifinals in the previous edition and progressing to the quarterfinals in the 2023/2024 term. Observers believe that with this trajectory, there may be a genuine expectation for them to push even further this time, with hopes of reaching the final and perhaps even lifting the trophy. Before those ambitions can be realised, however, their immediate challenge will be to secure a place in the top eight of the league phase, a task that will be far from straightforward.

Arsenal’s Ambitions in Europe

The team understand the scale of the challenge ahead, yet supporters and analysts alike still anticipate that they could progress deep into the competition. Among the fixtures that have particularly caught the eye is their meeting with Bayern Munich, a contest that will inevitably attract great attention. The Bavarians will travel to the Emirates Stadium during the league phase, presenting Arsenal with a valuable opportunity to secure a statement result on home soil.

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Despite the optimism surrounding their European campaign, history provides a sobering reminder of the difficulties that await. The Gunners’ head-to-head record against Bayern Munich has long been unfavourable.

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Head to Head Record with Bayern Munich

As reported by Arsenal media, the clubs have faced each other 14 times previously. Arsenal have managed just three victories while suffering eight defeats, a record that underscores Bayern’s dominance in the fixture. Significantly, the last time Arsenal triumphed in this encounter was in 2015, highlighting the scale of the challenge that lies ahead.

Nevertheless, this season offers a new opportunity. While Bayern Munich remain one of the toughest opponents in Europe, there is a sense that Arsenal have grown and matured as a side, and this match provides the stage to demonstrate that progress. The clash represents more than just three points in the league phase. It is a test of resilience, quality and belief. Supporters will view it as a chance to prove that the Gunners are no longer the same team that struggled against Bayern in years gone by, but a side capable of competing with Europe’s very best.

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