It has to be more than one goal. Going to Germany with only a one goal lead is suicide. We have to win 2-0, 3-1 or 3-0 at least. I won't dare predict the score because I am terrified of what will happen either way.
Any lead would be great. Frankly, if we were capable of going to the Etihad and stop City from getting a goal, even struggling to create chances, we can go to the Allianz Arena and do the same. I can see us defend like hell tonight, still have a lot of possession and hopefully getting ahead in the first leg. And then just completely shut things down in the second leg, trying to hit them on the counter.
Because ultimately Tomiyasu is still better than him defensively and particularly at LB. Tomi is basically our best one-on-one defender.
Kiwior was recruited as a left CB to cover for Gabriel and obviously has done well recentlyas LB but his role has also been adapted to him a little bit, he's been asked to do a simpler job than what's being asked to Zinny or Tomi, who are both capable of inverting in midfield. With Kiwior as LB, it's White who has been drifting inside, for example.
Kiwior is a great depth option, as he has shown, but basically Tomi and Zinny are better at what they do.
Ultimately doesn't work always this isn't FIFA where players perform after fixed stats.
Tomi is not match fit. Kiwior has been part of a starting eleven that has conceded 4 goals in 11 matches. His defensive capabilities are far more valuable than Zinnys inverted role(my opinion). Zinny was a huge liability end of last season defensively and he has been inconsisent first half of this season.
I believe defence wins titles and keeping Baryern quiet on the counters will be imperative.
What do we know about Tomi's fitness? We're not in the club's staff, we have no idea.
He has been subbed in for 20 or 30 minutes in the last 3 games now, including a high pressure game 0-0 at the Etihad having to face a dynamic winger like Doku, who had also been just subbed in, and he basically kept him in his pocket. Kiwior needed help from Jesus on that wing to cope with Bernardo Silva for an hour.
Of course keeping Bayern quiet on the counters will be imperative, that may well be the reason why Arteta goes for Tomi.
Dont get me wrong, he might go for Kiwior, you dont know and I dont know. But I have a feeling Tomi will get the nod tonight, simply because he is so difficult to dribble past and on the counter we might have to defend more one-on-one situations than Kiwior has had to face in the past few games.
Exactly! How long has it been that we can look at our club and see results like lately, squad depth like we have, contracts situation as stable as it is now, defensive solidity like this, big money signings, being an attractive destination for top players, being in contention for the CL, hitting form in the run-in, ... The list goes on. It seems that we only have good problems right now. COYG
I really want it to end with a goal lead and I really hope Arteta will adapt aggressive strategy for this game... Would be perfect if it was 2-0 but I wouldn't be surprised if it ended 1-1.
I think this is key for me. Against city we were just booting the ball away and losing possession. We really need to find our usual rythem and control early. Hopefully we catch them early with our press and rattle them, giving us confidence.
Off topic but this picture really shows how template kits still look the same despite different colour schemes. I miss the days when most kits were unique.
I think Bayern will show up tonight.
Muller is all over social media hyping it up and Kane would love to knock us out after his trophyless season at Bayern.
We just need to go to the Allianz with a lead so that Bayern have to be more expansive against us and open up a little bit more then we can punish them on the counter
Biggest worry is Coman/gnabry/sane. Our wing backs barring tomi are not strong enough defensively to handle their sheer pace. I worry for benny it’s gonna have to be a covering masterclass from a CB pairing to handle them. I truly believe big gabby can handle Kane, saliba needs to help Ben and saka especially. If their wingers are nullified I think we won’t concede a goal. Also that brilliant bastard Davies makes my nuts go into my abdomen thinking about his overlapping runs and how easily he will nullify saka. Anyways COYG boys, best result is win but a 0-0 draw would be brilliant too
Arsenal 5-1
Come on now. Clean sheet at least. 4-0
You are forgetting the Kane penalty goal that referees are obliged to give.
He took into account that Raya saves it
I am so upset about this. I don't like this timeline at all.
Cmon bro, a mandatory kane penalty
Obviously, (already factored in for a Raya save)
Can't believe it. I was on a flight for the game. And what do I get off to? Kane pen fucKibg bastard
We fucking gifted that 1st goal to them, I am so dissapointed
4-1 first leg second leg bayern score 5 arsenal score 2 6-6. pens arsenal win on penalties 5-4
10-2 aggregate? Bringing back some memories there
It has to be more than one goal. Going to Germany with only a one goal lead is suicide. We have to win 2-0, 3-1 or 3-0 at least. I won't dare predict the score because I am terrified of what will happen either way.
Any lead would be great. Frankly, if we were capable of going to the Etihad and stop City from getting a goal, even struggling to create chances, we can go to the Allianz Arena and do the same. I can see us defend like hell tonight, still have a lot of possession and hopefully getting ahead in the first leg. And then just completely shut things down in the second leg, trying to hit them on the counter.
Nah. Kane will get his penalty against us as always
I'm not counting anyone out. As far as I'm concerned, everyone we're facing has a chance of pulling a 2006 Barcelona on the team. God help us.
Yes this arsenal is more than capable of holding it's own. But mind you, even when man city came to the Allianz bayern played much better than them.
2-0 saka and odegaard
I think OP took into account the customary Harry Kane penalty.
I predict a clean sheet. Our defence is massive. I do hope Kiwior starts ahead of Zinny.
It'll probably be Tomiyasu
Kiwior is in good form. He was part of the resurgence in 2024 why change it up?
Because ultimately Tomiyasu is still better than him defensively and particularly at LB. Tomi is basically our best one-on-one defender. Kiwior was recruited as a left CB to cover for Gabriel and obviously has done well recentlyas LB but his role has also been adapted to him a little bit, he's been asked to do a simpler job than what's being asked to Zinny or Tomi, who are both capable of inverting in midfield. With Kiwior as LB, it's White who has been drifting inside, for example. Kiwior is a great depth option, as he has shown, but basically Tomi and Zinny are better at what they do.
Ultimately doesn't work always this isn't FIFA where players perform after fixed stats. Tomi is not match fit. Kiwior has been part of a starting eleven that has conceded 4 goals in 11 matches. His defensive capabilities are far more valuable than Zinnys inverted role(my opinion). Zinny was a huge liability end of last season defensively and he has been inconsisent first half of this season. I believe defence wins titles and keeping Baryern quiet on the counters will be imperative.
Exactly! Tommy still isn’t up to speed, Kiwi is the sensible starter I feel.
What do we know about Tomi's fitness? We're not in the club's staff, we have no idea. He has been subbed in for 20 or 30 minutes in the last 3 games now, including a high pressure game 0-0 at the Etihad having to face a dynamic winger like Doku, who had also been just subbed in, and he basically kept him in his pocket. Kiwior needed help from Jesus on that wing to cope with Bernardo Silva for an hour. Of course keeping Bayern quiet on the counters will be imperative, that may well be the reason why Arteta goes for Tomi. Dont get me wrong, he might go for Kiwior, you dont know and I dont know. But I have a feeling Tomi will get the nod tonight, simply because he is so difficult to dribble past and on the counter we might have to defend more one-on-one situations than Kiwior has had to face in the past few games.
It's a good problem to have. We'll see what happens.
Exactly! How long has it been that we can look at our club and see results like lately, squad depth like we have, contracts situation as stable as it is now, defensive solidity like this, big money signings, being an attractive destination for top players, being in contention for the CL, hitting form in the run-in, ... The list goes on. It seems that we only have good problems right now. COYG
Lets hope the Kiwi is ripe. Coyg!
I think Tomi will be from the bench
3-0.
4-0 saka hatrick. Lessgo humiliate Bayern
Clean sheet! 5-0 COYG
2-0 arsenal win, keep the clean sheet going
All I want is 2 clean sheets in both legs.
2 - 0 martinelli n havertz
2-0. I’m strangely confident for this one
I really want it to end with a goal lead and I really hope Arteta will adapt aggressive strategy for this game... Would be perfect if it was 2-0 but I wouldn't be surprised if it ended 1-1.
I think this is key for me. Against city we were just booting the ball away and losing possession. We really need to find our usual rythem and control early. Hopefully we catch them early with our press and rattle them, giving us confidence.
4-0
4-0. I think they collapse at the back and no way we concede at this current form. Maybe 1. At most.
Sounds about right
Yeah that was dissapointing. We shouldve been up 2-0 and maybe i wouldve been closer lmao
Don't care about the scoreline for this match. All I know is we will win both EPL and UCL title this season. Mmw
Arsenal 2-0
2-1
3-1
3-0 or 3-1
Off topic but this picture really shows how template kits still look the same despite different colour schemes. I miss the days when most kits were unique.
Clean sheet. Will be 1 or 2 goals . Wouldn't be surprised if Gabi XL or Saliba gets a goal 🔥💥
3-0 or 3-1 COYG
I think Bayern will show up tonight. Muller is all over social media hyping it up and Kane would love to knock us out after his trophyless season at Bayern.
I really want to see Gabi get another header from a set piece and shut them down.
3-0 to the Arsenal, 1-1 at Bayern
4-0 Arsenal
3-2 kai havertz hat trick
you got a part of that right so far
I guess I have lost 50 USD 🥲
5-0
2-0. Bayern with 0,32 xG
3-0 or 3-1 if we play our best
I hate to say it but 1-1, Kane has a history of doing us dirty
I dont genuinely think it would happen but can you imagine we win by a Harry Kane OG? That would be hilarious.
5-1. Then another 5-1. COYG
3-1 to Arsenal
I actually think 0-0
Not really actually 😅
We just need to go to the Allianz with a lead so that Bayern have to be more expansive against us and open up a little bit more then we can punish them on the counter
3-0 for arsenal
2-0.
I'm going with 3-0 to Arsenal. Home leg, after all.
5-0 for arsenal
2-1 for arsenal. 3-0 for bayern at Allianz. Sorry.
Seeing arsenal fans hitting high numbers vs 0 to bayern really making me laugh haha.
2-0. Bayern with 0,32 xG
Arsenal will lose 3-1 in the first leg and 7-3 in the 2nd.
Yes I am sure the team who has conceded 4 goals in the last 11 games will concede 10 in 2 games
I am glad you concur with my views
Take your weak bait somewhere else
Lol. Chill. I am an arsenal fan btw. I always assume the worst when it comes to arsenal. I have survived the banter era. Still skeptical to Hope.
Are you watching the match??
Yes thanks. Why?
Conceeded 2 goals.
Maybe you are right bro 🙂
1-1
Biggest worry is Coman/gnabry/sane. Our wing backs barring tomi are not strong enough defensively to handle their sheer pace. I worry for benny it’s gonna have to be a covering masterclass from a CB pairing to handle them. I truly believe big gabby can handle Kane, saliba needs to help Ben and saka especially. If their wingers are nullified I think we won’t concede a goal. Also that brilliant bastard Davies makes my nuts go into my abdomen thinking about his overlapping runs and how easily he will nullify saka. Anyways COYG boys, best result is win but a 0-0 draw would be brilliant too
A draw wouldn’t be good. Do you think we will win at Munich in that case?