Bayern Munich appeared tough to beat Arsenal with a narrow score of 1-0 in the 2023/2024 Champions League quarter-final second leg duel, Wednesday 17 April 2024. This result was enough to guide Bayern through to the semifinals.
Playing at the Allianz Arena, Bayern faced Arsenal with a 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium last week. The match is predicted to be open, both teams have the same chances.
This time, Bayern appeared superior in front of their own supporters. Arsenal fought back well, but in the end it was Bayern who managed to steal the only goal through Joshua Kimmich’s action in the 63rd minute.
This 1-0 victory sent Bayern through to the semifinals of the 2023/2024 Champions League with an aggregate of 3-2. Arsenal had to be eliminated from European competition.
The match started immediately at a high tempo. The 2-2 score in the first leg duel last week required both teams to play openly.
The first 20 minutes passed quickly, without any dangerous threats. Arsenal and Bayern created a number of opportunities, but the ball spun more in the midfield.
23rd minute, first big chance for Bayern. Musiala danced into the penalty box and fired hard, but the ball was pushed over by Raya.
In the 32nd minute, it was Arsenal’s turn to get a good chance. Odegaard’s pass into the penalty box was met by Martinelli’s hard kick, but the ball went straight into Neuer’s arms.
There were no goals until the end of the first 45 minutes. Both teams seemed careful in building attacks. Score 0-0.
The match resumed, Bayern now seemed to be playing more aggressively. In the 48th minute, Guerreiro fired a hard volley that almost broke into Arsenal’s goal. The score has not changed.
In the 63rd minute, Bayern finally scored the opening goal. Quick counterattack scheme from the right side. Guerreiro sent a cross which Kimmich headed hard. Goal! Bayern 1-0 Arsenal.
Bayern’s opening goal forced the game to become more open. Arsenal immediately tried to respond, but Bayern was still gaining momentum. 80 minutes of the match.
Arsenal tried everything to catch up with the remaining 10 minutes of the match. Even 5 minutes of additional time was not enough for the Gunners. Score 1-0, Bayern Munich to the semifinals.
