In a thrilling display of football, Arsenal cemented their status as a European powerhouse with a decisive 3-1 victory over German giants Bayern Munich in the Champions League. The match, played on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at their home ground, saw the Gunners become the only team to maintain a 100% winning record after five group stage games.
Arteta's Praise for an 'Immense' Performance
Manager Mikel Arteta was effusive in his praise for the squad, describing their individual and collective effort as 'immense'. He specifically highlighted the challenge of facing a team he considers 'the best team in Europe' and lauded his players for rising to the occasion. This statement victory not only tops their Champions League group but also emphatically ends Bayern Munich's 19-game unbeaten run across all competitions this season.
Substitutes Seal the Statement Win
The game's momentum shifted decisively in the second half with the introduction of Arsenal's substitutes. The deadlock was broken when Jurrien Timber powered a header into the net to give Arsenal the lead. However, Bayern responded with a beautifully crafted team goal, finished by their 17-year-old sensation, Lennart Karl. This marked the first goal Arsenal has conceded in the entire Champions League campaign this season.
The defining moments came from the bench. Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli, both brought on as substitutes, found the back of the net to secure the 3-1 win for the London club. Making the victory even sweeter for the home fans was the fact that former Tottenham hero Harry Kane was kept quiet throughout the match, failing to score against his old rivals.
Top of the Tables and Looking Ahead
This resounding win adds to the immense confidence surging through the Arsenal camp. Coming just three days after a dominant 4-1 win over North London rivals Tottenham, the team now sits at the summit of both the Premier League and their Champions League group. Their next challenge is a crucial Premier League clash against closest rivals Chelsea, who trail by six points.
Arteta acknowledged the relentless pace, stating, 'We have to maintain that because it’s still very early and unfortunately every three days you have to do it.' However, he expressed immense pride in the energy and quality his team is transmitting, a sentiment echoed by the electric atmosphere at the Emirates Stadium. For Arsenal, the dream of dominating both England and Europe is very much alive.
