Bayern vs Arsenal prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, October 21, 2026
On October 21, 2026, Bayern and Arsenal will face off in the third round of the Champions League league phase. Kompany versus Arteta — and both managers want nothing less than victory.
Bayern - Arsenal team news and expert analysis
The Munich giants collected all the "domestic" trophies last season. They have now started with a victory in the Super Cup in Dortmund against Borussia. Admittedly, Borussia made a slightly better start to the Bundesliga, but Bayern remain the clear favorites. The ambitious London side finally won the Premier League for the first time in more than two decades. They also reached last season's Champions League final, only to lose to PSG on penalties. After the break, they began with nothing but victories, starting with a 3-0 win over Manchester City in the Super Cup. However, before the "FIFA window," they suffered a heavy defeat to Brighton!
The Germans have now opened their campaign with a crushing win over Bodø/Glimt. They scored five unanswered goals. Last week, they again faced Norwegian opposition, this time away from home. Against Viking, they had to settle for a draw after Olise was sent off!
The English side had a far more challenging start. However, thanks to Ødegaard's only goal, they won away at Napoli in September. In the second round, they cruised to a 3-0 victory over Lille.
Previous matches: Bayern - Arsenal
Bayern had four wins and one draw in their most recent Champions League matches. However, they lost 1-3 in November last year.
The visitors look slightly more consistent at the moment. We believe they will avoid defeat (odds – 1.67).
Bayern - Arsenal: key statistics and trends
- Bayern have recorded one win and one draw
- Bayern score an average of 3.67 goals and concede 0.83 goals per match
- In 67% of Bayern's matches, both teams score, while the average total is 4.5 goals per match
- Arsenal have won their previous two Champions League matches
- Arsenal score an average of 1.57 goals and concede 0.71 goals per match
- In 29% of Arsenal's matches, both teams score, while the average total is 2.29 goals per match
Bayern - Arsenal: possible starting lineups
Bayern play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Neuer - Davies, Tah, Upamecano, Laimer - Pavlovic, Kimmich - Luis Díaz, Musiala, Karl - Kane
Arsenal play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Raya - Calafiori, Gabriel Magalhães, Mosquera, White - Lewis-Skelly, Guimarães - Tzolis, Ødegaard, Madueke - Havertz
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