UEFA Champions League, Bayern Munich - Arsenal: official line-ups

Bayern Munich and Arsenal reveal their starting XI for the European clash on 21 October

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UEFA Champions League, Bayern Munich - Arsenal: official line-ups

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With just moments to go before kick-off in Munich, the two coaches have finalised their choices for one of the evening’s major European fixtures.

It is time for action at the Allianz Arena. Bayern Munich host Arsenal this Wednesday, 21 October 2026, on matchday three of the league phase of the Champions League. The starting line-ups are known, with several notable choices on both sides for a fixture that could have a bearing on the race for the top eight places.

Before this match, the London side have six points after two wins against Napoli and Lille. Bayern have four, earned through a victory over Bodø/Glimt and a draw against Viking. The Bavarians therefore have the opportunity to overtake their opponents this evening, while the Gunners are looking to maintain their perfect continental record.

Bayern Munich: Kane starts, Neuer in goal

Vincent Kompany is relying in particular on Harry Kane up front. Manuel Neuer starts in goal, while Dayot Upamecano, Kim Min-jae and Alphonso Davies also feature in the XI. In midfield, Tom Bischof and Aleksandar Pavlović are selected, with Ismaël Saibari also chosen to start.

Bayern Munich’s official starting XI: Manuel Neuer, Dayot Upamecano, Kim Min-jae, Serge Gnabry, Tom Bischof, Harry Kane, Alphonso Davies, Konrad Laimer, Ismaël Saibari, Josip Stanišić, Aleksandar Pavlović.

Arsenal: Saka, Ødegaard and Havertz start

For their part, Mikel Arteta has opted for an ambitious team. Kai Havertz leads the line, supported by Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke. Martin Ødegaard will drive the midfield alongside Bruno Guimarães and Declan Rice. At the back, David Raya guards the goal, with Gabriel and Ezri Konsa among those in front of him.

Arsenal’s official starting XI: David Raya, Jurriën Timber, Ezri Konsa, Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori, Bruno Guimarães, Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke.

A crucial duel for the remainder of the competition

This fixture pits two ambitious teams against each other. Saka and Madueke’s movement on the flanks promises to test the Munich defence, while Kane’s presence gives Bayern a focal point capable of putting pressure on Arsenal’s centre-backs. The midfield battle will also be decisive in terms of controlling possession and transitions.

The choices announced confirm the importance both coaches attach to this fixture, which had already been discussed in the expected line-ups ahead of the match. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 GMT.

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