Bayern Munich Secure 2-2 Draw Against Arsenal in Champions League Clash at Emirates

Leandro Trossard came into the game as a substitute and scored a goal for Arsenal to tie the match 2-2 against Bayern Munich at their home stadium. This was in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final. The fans, who filled the 60,000-seat stadium, were relieved to watch an exciting game after security was increased due to threats against stadiums hosting quarter-final matches this week.

UEFA, the governing body for European football, confirmed they were aware of the threats but the matches at the Emirates Stadium and in Madrid proceeded as scheduled. Arsenal initially took the lead with a goal from Bukayo Saka, but former Arsenal player Serge Gnabry equalized for Bayern Munich.

Harry Kane, who had a history of scoring against Arsenal during his time with Tottenham, scored a goal for Bayern, seemingly putting them in the lead. However, Trossard’s late goal tied the game, setting up an intriguing second leg in Munich on April 17.

Arsenal, leading the Premier League, have been performing well this season, while Bayern is facing challenges in the German league. Despite Arsenal’s strong form, they seemed unsure at times during the Champions League match but were relieved to keep their hopes alive for a first European Cup.

The game was intense with Bayern starting nervously, and Alphonso Davies received an early booking. Saka’s goal was followed by Gnabry’s equalizer after a mistake by Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhaes. Kane then scored a penalty for Bayern before Trossard’s equalizer for Arsenal in the second half.

The match ended with Arsenal feeling they should have been awarded a penalty, adding to the drama of a closely contested tie.