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Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane says media overhypes his rivalry with Arsenal

Harry Kane’s past is rich with rivalry with Arsenal FC. As a former Arsenal academy player (during a very brief stint) who eventually rose through the ranks of archrivals Tottenham Hotspur to become one of the Lilywhites’ greatest-ever players, it…

By Frank Mo · Bavarian Football Works

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 7:00 PM

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Harry Kane stated the media overhypes his personal rivalry ahead of Bayern Munich facing Arsenal.
Kane noted playing Arsenal with Bayern Munich feels different compared to his Tottenham Hotspur days.
The striker emphasized that his primary focus is simply doing his job and winning the game.

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Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane downplayed the personal animosity surrounding his matches against Arsenal, stating that the media exaggerates the narrative. Speaking to Bayern's magazine Säbener 51 ahead of their UEFA Champions League fixture, Kane acknowledged past battles with Tottenham Hotspur but emphasized that facing Arsenal with Bayern feels different.

Kane stated his main focus remains doing his job and winning the match rather than lingering on personal history. Writer Frank Mo noted that Kane has already faced Arsenal multiple times with Bayern Munich, including clashes in the 2023/24 quarterfinals and the 2025/26 League Phase.

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Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane says media overhypes his rivalry with Arsenal

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