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Bayern Munich Vs Arsenal – Line-ups, Injury News, Match Facts, Preview And Prediction
Bayern Munich Vs Arsenal
Mar 13, 2013 at 7.45pm (UK)
Allianz Arena
It all comes down to this, Arsenal have to do the unthinkable if they stand a chance to qualify for the Quarter finals of this year’s Champions league. They have to overcome one of the strongest teams in Europe this season and in front of their home crowd much like they did in the 2003-04 season against Inter Milan. It is a rare sight in football that a team overcomes a 3-1 deficit in the second leg, but as they say, nothing is impossible if you dare dream big.
Arsenal and Bayern are going through a season with a vast difference in standards as the North Londoners stand at the edge of the clip with only a glimpse hope of Champions league qualification while the Bavarians have destroyed their opponents in the league and have opened up a massive 20 point gap over Borussia Dortmund and also have had an exciting run in the European tournament as well.
If Arsenal do get thrashed tonight, it will be the first time since the 1995-96 season that an English team will not feature in the last eight of the competition and thus will start a fresh debate about the power shift in European football not only to Spain but also to Germany, who could have as many as three representatives in the last eight of the competition.
Arsene Wenger has rightly pointed out the same in his pre-match Interview:
“The chance is small, but the chance makes the impossible possible. That would be a great credit for our team if we do it. We have to try to achieve it.”
Team News and Injury updates:
Both the teams have been rocked with the news from their treatment tables as potential match winners have been ruled out for either teams. Just when the Gunners where starting to get a meagre hope after hearing the news from Germany that French International Franck Ribery picked up an ankle injury their influential midfielder Jack Wilshere was announced injured and is set to miss the game and potentially the rest of the season with an ankle injury. And the list does not stop there, right back Sagna and striker Podolski are also major doubts for the game.
Injury update on Wilshere by Wenger:
“It was bone bruising last time, which deteriorated into a stress fracture. That is what we don’t want to happen, nobody knows if it was going to happen again.
“We do a regular scan on him[Wilshere] and, on one of the scans, it showed up bone bruising on the heel on the right foot. He had some inflammation on the right ankle, where he had surgery, and certainly compensated to protect that ankle, and put too much pressure on the left one.
“Every month, he [Wilshere] has a scan of the two ankles because you ask him how he is and he says, ‘Perfect.’
For Bayern Ribery will be join Arjen Robben who is also a major doubt for the game having problems with a calf strain and the German’s have to start the game with a revised team as Bastian Schweinsteiger and Jerome Boateng are both suspended for the game.
Possible starting lineups:
Bayern: Neuer; Lahm, Van Buyten, Dante, Alaba; Martinez, Gustavo; Shaqiri, Kroos, Muller; Mandzukic
Arsenal: Szczesny; Jenkinson, Koscielny, Mertesacker, Vermaelen; Ramsey, Arteta, Wilshere; Cazorla, Walcott, Giroud.
Match Facts:
- Bayern Munich are the top scorers in this season’s Champions League (18 goals).
- The only English team to beat Bayern Munich away from home in Europe (penalties excluded) are Norwich City, back in October 1993 (UEFA Cup).
- Bayern Munich have won all three of their home games in the competition this season (12 goals, three conceded).
- Bayern Munich have never lost by more than two clear goals at home in the Champions League.
- Arsenal have only ever won once in Germany in the Champions League despite travelling there eight times. It was in September 2006 against Hamburg (2-1).
- Arsenal have lost their two previous away games against Bayern Munich (one goal scored, four conceded).
- Arsenal and Bayern Munich have met five times in the Champions League, with the Bavarians winning three times, Arsenal once and the other one ending in a draw.
- Bayern Munich have attempted the most crosses in the Champions League this season (217). All three of their goals in the first leg against Arsenal came from crosses.
- Bayern Munich have had 10 different goalscorers in the Champions League this season, more than any other side.
- Only Zlatan Ibrahimovic (5) has delivered more assists than Olivier Giroud and Philipp Lahm (4) in the Champions League this season.
Prediction: 3-1 win for the home side.
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Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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Update Given Following Arsenal Injury Scare as Olivia Smith Discharged From Hospital After Being Stretchered Off During FA Cup Win Over Bristol City
Arsenal star Olivia Smith has been discharged from hospital after being stretchered off the field during their Women’s FA Cup game against Bristol City. The forward, who joined the Gunners in the summer, played just under an hour before being forced off with pictures showing a neck brace around the 21 year old at Meadow Park.
This was a worrying moment for Arsenal supporters watching on Sunday afternoon. The Canadian international went down, receiving lengthy treatment before being taken off on a stretcher as a precaution. Thankfully, the injury appears to be far less serious than initially feared.
Left Hospital Yesterday Evening
According to Arsenal reporter Tim Stillman, Olivia Smith left the hospital yesterday evening after tests were run and will return to be assessed this week ahead of the March international break. This is brilliant news for Arsenal, who cannot afford to lose Smith for any length of time, given her importance to the team.
It is believed that her involvement with Canada is still up in the air, with the Canucks facing a triple header of friendlies against Colombia, Argentina, and the United States over the coming two weeks. Arsenal’s next match sees them face London City Lionesses in mid March.
Big Boost for Champions League Hopes
With no video available for Arsenal’s cup game against Bristol City, there was huge concern surrounding Smith’s condition for those unable to attend the game at Meadow Park. Thankfully, what seemed initially to be a severe injury has turned out to be a fairly minor incident.
While Stina Blackstenius and Alessia Russo are both more than capable options to lead the line, it has been Smith who has been Renee Slegers’ favoured choice and proven to be a brilliant signing since her arrival from Liverpool. Having Smith likely available for both legs of the Chelsea Champions League quarter final is a massive boost for Arsenal’s hopes of retaining their European crown.
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Arsenal Star Named WSL Player of the Month for January as Midfielder Continues Outstanding Form Following 400th Appearance Milestone
Kim Little has been named January’s Barclays Women’s Super League Player of the Month, recognition that follows her 400th appearance for Arsenal. The captain has made an outstanding start to 2026, completing every minute in the WSL and helping secure two clean sheets and four points from fixtures against Manchester United and Chelsea.
Little drove the midfield against United in the 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium and was again pivotal in the disciplined defensive display at Stamford Bridge that delivered that historic 2-0 win over the Blues. This is absolutely deserved recognition for one of Arsenal’s most influential players, who continues to perform at the highest level despite being 35 years old.
400th Appearance Came in Belgium
Little’s landmark 400th appearance came in Belgium as Arsenal won 4-0 at OH Leuven to close in on a Champions League London derby with Chelsea. The Scottish playmaker came on as a second half substitute in the 82nd minute, replacing Olivia Smith, to reach 400 appearances.
This achievement is even more notable given the time she spent playing in the USA and Australia during her career. Little has become one of the defining figures of the modern Arsenal era, establishing herself as an absolute legend at the club.
Chelsea Awaits in Champions League Quarterfinals
Provided nothing dramatic unfolds at Meadow Park next week, Chelsea awaits in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Arsenal hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg and are overwhelming favorites to progress to a mouth watering London derby in the last eight.
Little will be central to Arsenal’s hopes of defending their Champions League crown, with the midfielder’s experience and leadership qualities proving invaluable during the knockout stages of major competitions. Her consistent performances continue to set the standard for everyone around her.
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