As both sides reel from recent domestic setbacks, Arsenal and Bayern Munich must put their league struggles aside to vie for a coveted place in the Champions League semifinals on Wednesday.
Arsenal suffered a stunning defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday which saw the Gunners squander their slim advantage at the top of the table after only just having grabbed it. Bayern, meanwhile, could only watch as Bayer Leverkusen confirmed their Bundesliga title, stopping a decade-long dominance for the Bavarians in the process.
Yet both know that even if domestic titles aren't on the cards this season, European glory would be just as sweet. The two sides sit level on aggregate after a 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium last week, a disappointing result for Arsenal who now must win on the road if they wish to advance.
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Arsenal fought back with moxy, as Leandro Trossard's 76th minute goal at least afforded them a level scoreline, but they squandered an early lead thanks in large part to a pair of massive defensive errors. They can ill-afford those in Munich as Harry Kane will be seeking to overturn the perceived curse he has hanging over his head.
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While the betting market was well and truly baffled by this match when the odds opened, favour has swung slightly towards the hosts, following Arsenal's weekend debacle against Aston Villa. The Gunners were in good form heading into the first leg last week, but the disappointing draw with Bayern followed by capitulation in the Premier League title race has changed the air about them.
Now, Arsenal's vulnerability to late-season collapses has
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