Bayern Munich forward Serge Gnabry expressed a sense of renewed confidence following his team’s 2-2 draw against Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal match at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.
The German international, who previously played for the Gunners, noted that the result leaves the tie finely balanced as the two European giants prepare for the return leg in Munich next week.
Reflecting on the competitive nature of the encounter, Gnabry stated that he is “feeling confident” about the upcoming decisive fixture at the Allianz Arena.
The match saw Bayern Munich recover from an early deficit after Bukayo Saka opened the scoring for the hosts. Gnabry leveled the score shortly thereafter, demonstrating his clinical finishing ability against his former club.
Harry Kane added a second goal from the penalty spot to give the visitors a brief lead before halftime, but Arsenal fought back to equalize through Leandro Trossard in the second half.
Despite the high intensity displayed by both sides, neither team could find a winning goal in the closing stages of the match.
The draw marks a significant result for Bayern Munich, who have struggled with domestic consistency throughout the current Bundesliga campaign.
Manager Thomas Tuchel praised his squad’s tactical discipline in containing Arsenal’s attacking threats during critical moments of the game.
For Arsenal, the result leaves Mikel Arteta’s side facing a difficult challenge away from home, as they seek to reach the semifinals of Europe’s premier club competition for the first time in many years.
The return leg is scheduled for April 17, where the home crowd is expected to play a pivotal role in supporting Bayern Munich’s push for advancement.
Both teams will now turn their attention back to their respective domestic league commitments before meeting again for the concluding chapter of this quarterfinal series.
Observers anticipate another tactical battle as both clubs look to secure their place in the final four of the tournament.