Arsenal vs Bayern Munich predictions and betting tips for their Champions League fixture on Tuesday 7th March at 7:45pm. Bayern Munich have a 5-1 aggregate lead over Arsenal, surely there is no way back for the Gunners?
Arsenal really have been struggling recently and the last team they want to be facing are German outfit Bayen Munich. The Gunners have lost four out of their last six in all competitions and that includes the 5-1 defeat at the Allianz Arena. Arsene Wenger’s side fell to another defeat at the weekend as they lost 3-1 at Liverpool. The Arsenal boss made a big decision before the match as he decided to bench Alexis Sanchez following a rumoured bust-up with his teammates.
Meanwhile for Bayern Munich, they are undefeated in 19 matches and currently sit seven points clear at the top in the Bundesliga. Carlo Ancelotti’s side won 3-0 on their last outing against FC Koln and they head to England as clear favourites to qualify for the quarter-finals of the Champions League on the back of their huge 5-1 victory in the home leg.
Back in 2015 when these side met at the Emirates, Arsenal ran-out 2-0 winners. They face a huge task on Tuesday and would need to add a couple more to that score-line if they want any chance of progressing.
Arsenal vs Bayern Munich Predictions
Arsenal’s recent performances have been dismal but I think on Tuesday they have got to perform for their fans as they have let them down too often this campaign. The Gunners performed well at the Allianz Arena till Laurent Koscienly limped off at 1-1, but after he departed the defence collapsed and Bayern took advantage. On Tuesday, Arsenal have a massive task ahead of them and I do think they are capable of beating Ancelotti’s side. Bayern Munich lost to FC Rostov in the group stages of the Champions League before Christmas and also fell to a 2-0 defeat last time they visited the Emirates in 2015. It may not be enough to qualify through to the next round but I can see the home side winning this one. My first Arsenal vs Bayern Munich betting tip for this Tuesday night fixture is going to be Arsenal to win and it is best valued at 23/10 with Betfair who will give you a £30 free bet when you open a Betfair account.
I expect Arsene Wenger to field a strong team despite the 5-1 aggregate loss in Munich, and a quick start on Tuesday will definitely get the fans on their side after their disappointing defeat at Liverpool and obviously their chances of Champions League elimination. Bayern have conceded first in two of their last three away matches in which they have not kept a clean sheet, and with Arsenal desperate to give themselves a glimmer of hope to reducing the aggregate deficit, the Gunners will have to start strongly which is why I am backing Arsenal to score first for my second Arsenal vs Bayern Munich prediction and it is best odds 5/4 with Ladbrokes where you will get a £50 free bet when you open a Ladbrokes account.
Anytime Goalscorer Tips
I expect Arsenal to get on the scoresheet on Tuesday and if they do I think it’ll be their top scorer. Alexis Sanchez will have a point to prove after being benched at the weekend and I feel he will score again against Bayern Munich. Sanchez netted his 20th goal of the season at the Allianz Arena in February and he is always among the goals in this Arsenal side. The Chilean always gets chances and is the designated penalty taker for the Gunners. Arsenal have scored in 18 consecutive matches before they welcome Bayern Munich on Tuesday, and I think that run will extend as I am predicting Alexis Sanchez to score anytime for my final Arsenal vs Bayern Munich betting tip and it is best odds at 13/8 with Sky Bet where you will get a no deposit £10 free bet when you open an account.
Arsenal vs Bayern Munich Team News
Arsene Wenger surprisingly left Alexis Sanchez out of his starting 11 against Liverpool but it is very unlikely that he will bench the Chilean again on Tuesday. Sanchez came on at half-time on Saturday and the Gunners scored just 10 minutes after his arrival on the pitch. Mesut Ozil was also absent due to an illness but the German may return to the squad on Tuesday. Santi Cazorla and Mohamed Elneny are both out.
Meanwhile for Carlo Ancelotti’s Bayern Munich, it is unlikely that Jerome Boateng will feature as he is yet to play since his injury in December. Renato Sanches also had an illness which saw the Portuguese miss the 3-0 win over FC Koln on Saturday and is doubtful ahead of Tuesday’s clash.
Arsenal vs Bayern Munich Head to Head Stats
Bayern Munich have come out on top over the last few years when these sides have met. The Gunners have lost 5-1 in their latest two encounters with the Germans. Arsenal did manage to secure a 2-0 victory over the Bundesliga leaders back in 2015 thanks to Oliver Giroud and Mesut Ozil’s goals, however, Bayern Munich have won six out of the 11 meetings between the sides, while Arsenal have won three.
Arsenal vs Bayern Munich Betting Tips
Arsenal to win – 23/10 with Betfair: Bet Now
Arsenal to score first – 5/4 with Ladbrokes: Bet Now
Alexis Sanchez to score anytime – 13/8 with Sky Bet: Bet Now
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