European heavyweights collide at the Allianz Arena on October 21, as Bayern München bid to return to winning ways in Europe after a shock draw. Arsenal will be chasing a third straight Champions League win.
Bayern Hoping to Put Recent Disappointment Behind Them
Vincent Kompany’s Bayern München were shockingly held in Norway on October 13, drawing 3-3 with Viking.
Defensive issues continue to plague their progress this term, as they have failed to keep clean sheets in their last three. However, Bayern’s attack remains devastating, with 18 goals scored in their previous four in all competitions.
Manuel Neuer is a doubt this week, so Jonas Urbig will keep his spot despite conceding three last Tuesday. Jamal Musiala remains out, while Michael Olise is suspended. But Ismael Saibari has starred in the final third with two goals in four appearances.
Bayern München predicted lineup vs Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Urbig; Laimer, Upamecano, Kim, Brown; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Karl, Saibari, Diaz; Kane
Arsenal Maintaining Winning Run
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have quickly got back on track following a 3-0 loss against Brighton before the international break.
The Gunners have won three straight competitive fixtures, keeping clean sheets in their previous two against Lille and Nottingham Forest. Christos Tzolis is unavailable, but Noni Madueke could earn a starting spot after scoring the winner on Sunday.
William Saliba is back in training, but is unlikely to be rushed into the starting eleven. Kai Havertz will be preferred over Viktor Gyökeres after registering two goal involvements in five starts.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Bayern München (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Lewis-Skelly, Ødegaard; Saka, Havertz, Madueke
Bayern München vs Arsenal Prediction
- Safe Tip: Total Over 2 Goals
- Odds: 1.24 (22Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Bayern München 3-1 Arsenal
- 22Bet Booking Code: LESF2
Key stats:
- Nine of Bayern München’s last ten League Phase matches have seen over 2 goals scored.
- Arsenal have found the net at least twice in four of their last six fixtures in all competitions.
- Over 2 goals have been scored in two of the previous three head-to-heads.
Germany’s best attacking team take on England’s best defensive side on Wednesday, but goals are likely given Bayern München’s firepower this season. They have scored 25 goals in their last six fixtures, while Arsenal have netted 12 in their previous six.
Bayern’s attacking dominance is obvious at this stage of the Champions League, with 30 goals in the League Phase since the start of 2025-26.
The main risk is Arsenal’s defensive approach, especially after back-to-back shutouts. However, five of the last six Champions League head-to-heads have produced three or more goals, making Total Over 2 Goals the logical play at 1.24.
Bayern München vs Arsenal Prediction, Value Tip
- Value Tip: Bayern München to Win
- Odds: 2.06 (22Bet)
- 22Bet Booking Code: E4A32
Bayern München’s dominant home record suggests they should avenge a 3-1 League Phase defeat against Arsenal at the Emirates last season.
The German champions are clinical in Bavaria, winning seven of their last eight in the Champions League at the Allianz Arena.
Arsenal have been vulnerable on the road, conceding five goals in their last three away fixtures. Bayern have won the last three UCL encounters between the clubs at home.
Verdict: Total Over 2 Goals (1.24) — Bayern München 3-1 Arsenal.


