Arsenal and Bayern of Munique release confirmed lineups for the clash in the fifth round of Champions League 2025/26. The game takes place this Wednesday (26), at 5pm (Brasília time) or 8pm local time, at Emirates Stadium, at Londres. Ambas the teams seek to maintain 100% success in the competition, with 12 points each.
Mikel Arteta and Vincent Kompany adjusted the formations considering absences due to injury and suspension. The live broadcast is on HBO Max on Brasil.
- Time: 5pm (Brasília) / 8pm (local)
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
- Referee: Marco Guida
- Broadcast: HBO Max
Arsenal formation in 4-3-3
David Raya takes charge for the first time in Champions this season. The defense has Jurrien Timber on the right flank, William Saliba and C.
In midfield, Eberechi Eze acts as a central playmaker, alongside Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice for protection. The attack has Bukayo Saka as captain on the right, Mikel Merino centralized and Leandro Trossard on the left.
Bayern’s tactical choice in 4-2-3-1
Manuel Neuer returns to goal after recent doubt and leads the team. Konrad Laimer occupies the right flank, with Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano in defense, and Josip Stanišić on the left to cover the absence of Alphonso Davies.
Joshua Kimmich and Aleksandar Pavlovic form the barrier in the middle, allowing freedom to Michael Olise, Lennart Karl and Serge Gnabry in the offensive trio. Harry Kane closes the scheme as a reference in the attack.
Adjustments for embezzlement in Arsenal
Gabriel Jesus remains out due to a muscle injury, as does Gabriel Magalhães in the medical department. Kai Havertz continues to recover from a knee problem, forcing Trossard into a more advanced position.
Viktor Gyökeres, on loan, also does not travel due to a recent injury. Martin Odegaard trains separately and may enter the second half, according to coach Arteta.
Impact of absences on Bayern
Jamal Musiala remains sidelined with a broken leg, with a return scheduled for January. Luis Díaz is suspended for three games after being sent off against PSG, making room for Gnabry.
Alphonso Davies does not recover in time from a thigh injury. Hiroki Ito returns to the bench after a long period of inactivity due to infection, but Kompany prefers Stanišić as a starter.
Bank options for moving
Arsenal have Kepa Arrizabalaga as an immediate substitute in goal and Tommy Setford as a third option. Ben White and Piero Hincapié reinforce the defense, with Martin Odegaard and Christian Nørgaard in the middle.
Noni Madueke and Ethan Nwaneri bring speed on the wings, while Gabriel Martinelli closes the offensive spaces. Riccardo Calafiori completes the defensive sector.
Bayern reservations for rotation
Sven Ulreich covers Neuer in goal, with Jonas Urbig as a substitute. Min-jae Kim and Hiroki Ito compete for places in the defense, alongside Raphaël Guerreiro and Sacha Boey on the flanks.
Leon Goretzka and Tom Bischof add strength in midfield. Nicolas Jackson and Wisdom Mike finish the bench, focusing on impact in the second half.
Individual team highlights
Eberechi Eze arrives with an 81 rating in attack in the last game, surpassing Michael Olise in creativity with 95.
Harry Kane has five goals in Champions, while Bukayo Saka has recorded three assists. The statistics point to a balanced duel in possession, with 58% for Arsenal at home.
