Bayern Munich once again eliminate Arsenal!

18/04/2024

In the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, Bayern Munich defeated Arsenal 1-0 at home, advancing to the next round with a total score of 3-2. 

Bayern Munich 1-0 Arsenal

Despite Bayern's recent poor form, having just lost their consecutive 11-year streak of winning the Bundesliga last week, they showed strong determination tonight against their old rivals Arsenal, securing their fifth consecutive elimination of the Gunners.

Looking back at history, Bayern's dominance over Arsenal began in the 2004-2005 season. 

2005 was two team first meet in Champion League

At that time, both teams won a match at home, but Bayern's two-goal advantage in the home leg secured their 3-2 victory.

In the following years, as both teams' strengths gradually increased, Bayern successfully eliminated Arsenal three times between 2013 and 2017. 

Bayern Munich won Arsenal in aggregate score of 10-2

This included a remarkable victory in the 2016-2017 season with an aggregate score of 10-2 (5-1 in both home and away legs).

However, observing Bayern's fifth elimination of Arsenal tonight, one cannot help but believe in the power of "bloodline suppression."

Bayern Munich not really on form

During tonight's match, Bayern did not truly dominate their opponents. Their attacking efficiency was average, with only three shots on target throughout the game. 

Their key player Kane failed to register a single shot on target under close marking. 

Kane received service of close marking!

Bayern's average distance covered was 10.82 kilometers, trailing behind Arsenal.

Nevertheless, despite their mediocre performance, Bayern, with their rich Champions League experience, found a breakthrough in the tight game. 

In the 62nd minute, they broke the deadlock with Kimmich's header goal.

Kimmich's header goal led Bayern Munich 1-0!

In the subsequent 30 minutes, Arsenal, trailing behind, failed to create any meaningful scoring opportunities due to their disorganized organization. 

In the end, despite their poor form, Bayern successfully eliminated Arsenal once again, completing their fifth victory over the Gunners.

Bayern Munich qualified to semi final 

With tonight's match included, Bayern's five successful eliminations of Arsenal rank them second in Champions League history, only behind Real Madrid, who eliminated Bayern six times.

It is worth mentioning that Bayern's semi-final opponent will be Real Madrid. Now, let's wait and see if they can overcome their own demons once again.