Declan Rice scored a superb 82nd-minute equaliser as Arsenal fought back to draw 2-2 with Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League encounter at the Allianz Arena. Arsenal were heading for a first defeat in 14 league phase or group stage games before a slick passing move involving Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres allowed Rice to race into the box and fire a clinical finish beyond Manuel Neuer from an acute angle.
Earlier, Eberechi Eze had scored the opener in similar style from a Martin Odegaard pass after replacing Bukayo Saka, who was forced off with an injury Mikel Arteta later said "doesn't look good at all". Harry Kane inspired Bayern's recovery. The former Spurs striker, one of the leading contenders to win the Ballon d'Or at Monday's ceremony, set up Alphonso Davies' leveller with a superb through-ball before converting their second goal from the spot after Jurrien Timber had handled.
Kane's goal was his 16th in 22 appearances against Arsenal and made him only the second player after Cristiano Ronaldo to score in 10 consecutive Champions League games. Bayern were missing Michael Olise through suspension and Joshua Kimmich due to a family bereavement, yet still created numerous chances, with David Raya brilliantly saving a close-range header from Davies. Arsenal were a threat too, and Manuel Neuer produced a superb save to keep out a Bruno Guimaraes header after half-time.
Arsenal displayed the attacking intent that critics had questioned after their 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest. They finished with more shots and more possession than Bayern at the Allianz Arena, and might have won but for Neuer's heroics. Saka's injury, confirmed as a quad issue, cast a shadow over the night for Arsenal.
Source: Sky Sports Champions League · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing