For days, there has been little else to talk about. Bayern’s only real weakness at the moment is Arsenal’s greatest strength—set pieces. In the Champions League showdown, the Gunners scored the opening goal.
After the hosts barely participated in the game at first, with just 23 percent possession, they struck with their first opportunity from a corner. Jurrien Timber rose highest and headed the ball past Manuel Neuer into the net.
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Bayern’s keeper didn’t look good during the action, just as he hadn’t last weekend against Freiburg. Under heavy pressure, the 39-year-old first had to take a small step to the side and then was a step too late.
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