Mikel Arteta makes two big Arsenal decisions for Bayern Munich Champions League clash

Mikel Arteta has confirmed his Arsenal starting line-up to face Bayern Munich in tonight's huge Champions League clash…

By Matt Maltby · Football London

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 5:47 PM

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Mikel Arteta brought Noni Madueke and Jurrien Timber into Arsenal's starting lineup to face Bayern Munich.
Madueke replaced Eberechi Eze, while Timber took the place of Ben White.
Arteta rejected claims that his side is boring, noting they have won 10 of 11 matches this season.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta made two major lineup changes for the Champions League clash against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena. Noni Madueke replaced Eberechi Eze after scoring the winner against Forest, while Jurrien Timber replaced Ben White in defence.

Speaking ahead of the match, Arteta addressed criticism of Arsenal's playing style and dismissed suggestions that his team is boring. He also shared that last season's penalty shoot-out defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the final is driving their ambition for European success.

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