The strongest Arsenal was eliminated by the weakest Bayern!

18/04/2024

As expected by most media and fans, Arsenal ultimately failed to bring any surprises at the Allianz Arena!

In the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, Bayern hosted the challenge of Arsenal (the first leg ended in a 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium).

Arsenal 0-1 defeat at Bayern's home

Ultimately, Bayern relied on Joshua Kimmich's only goal of the match to defeat Arsenal 1-0 at home. 

Thus eliminating the Gunners with a total aggregate score of 3-2 over two legs, successfully advancing to the Champions League semi-finals this season.

Arsenal again lose to Bayern in Champion League

Regarding this outcome, many media and fans joked that it was the weakest Bayern who defeated the strongest Arsenal in recent years.

Looking back, Bayern has lost its dominance in the Bundesliga, with their remarkable streak of 11 consecutive league titles ended by Bayer Leverkusen five rounds early. 

Bayern Munich lost Bundesliga last week

Additionally, with coach Hansi Flick confirming his departure at the end of the season, along with a host of key players like Coman, Gnabry, and Davies sidelined due to injuries, this former Bundesliga gaint gives the impression of undergoing a rebuilding phase.

Meanwhile, under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has shown decent performances both in the Premier League and the Champions League this season, with the rapid growth of young players leaving a profound impression on fans.

Arsenal has shown impressive performances this season

However, even as Bayern faces a decline, the strength of this powerhouse remains formidable.

Especially after their disappointment in the Bundesliga, the Champions League became their last hope for a trophy this season. 

Kimmich scored!1-0!

When the team regrouped, with Flick fully utilizing his coaching prowess in cup competitions, and with Kimmich providing stability in defense, Bayern demonstrated formidable fighting spirit at home.

Furthermore, on the Champions League stage, Arsenal seems unable to overcome the barrier posed by Bayern.

Arsenal again,again and again lose to Bayern in Champion League

Considering this match, Arsenal has faced Bayern a total of 14 times in the Champions League, with a record of only 3 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses.

Especially in the knockout stages of the Champions League, Arsenal has encountered Bayern five times, each time being eliminated, (In the Round of 16 in the 2004/05, 2012/13, 2013/14, and 2016/17 seasons, and in the quarter-finals in the 2023/24 season).

When will Arsenal overcome the obstacle of Bayern?

Moreover, with internal issues at Arsenal being exposed recently and the team suffering a defeat in the previous round of the Premier League, the morale of the team has been severely affected.

In such a context, expecting Arsenal to defeat Bayern away is understandably difficult.

The result of Arsenal being eliminated by Bayern is not surprising at all!