Bayern and Arsenal set for Champions League meeting

Bayern Munich were scheduled to host Arsenal in a Champions League league-phase match on October 21, 2026, at the Allianz Arena in Munich. The match was set for 9 p.m. local time, or 8 p.m. BST, with both teams seeking to build on their opening results in the competition. The supplied reports do not establish a final score or match outcome. Bayern entered the third round with four points from two matches, while Arsenal had six, according to reported standings. Bayern drew 3-3 away to Viking after opening with a 5-0 home victory over 10-man Bodo/Glimt. Arsenal began with a 1-0 away win over Napoli and followed it with a 3-0 home victory against Lille. Bayern were due to be without winger Michael Olise, who was suspended after being sent off for two bookable offences in the draw with Viking. The absence removed a key attacking player from the team for the match. Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was described as doubtful, and midfielder Jamal Musiala as sidelined with a thigh injury. Arsenal’s reported injury list included Piero Hincapie, Christos Tzolis and William Saliba. The fixture brought together the Bundesliga and Premier League champions, according to the previews, and...