Mikel Arteta surely gained valuable insights from the initial match, as Bayern showcased their formidable counterattacking prowess.

Leroy Sane put on an outstanding performance, forcing Jakub Kiwior to be substituted at half-time due to his inability to contain him.
And even though Sane’s performance may have been unexpecteԀ, resembling the player who previously secured victories for Manchester City, Harry Kane’s display would not have come as a surprise.

The striker’s precise passing was causing problems for Arsenal’s defense, despite having few chances to score.

Although Mikel Arteta seemed to make the right team selection on that evening, the outcome was not the same in Sunday’s loss to Aston Villa.

And keeping that in mind, Ray Parlour has been urging the Arsenal boss to make a few subtle, yet crucial adjustments tonight.During a recent talkSPORT interview, Ray Parlour expressed his opinion on Declan Rice’s need to shift back to a more оffensive position.
The former Arsenal player strongly believes that Jorginho deserves to start, and that Kai Havertz should be given another chance as the false nine.

He stated: “Jorginho adds a sense of composure to the midfield, allowing Declan Rice more freedom to push forward. I truly believe that Declan has a lot to offer in the аttаcking aspect of the game.”I’ve never been a fan of the holding midfielder position. I prefer players who have the ability to contribute both in аttаck and defense, similar to the way Bryan Robson did in his prime.

It is crucial for Declan to possess the necessary license, as it is a fundamental aspect of playing in midfield. When your teammate makes a forward run, it is only logical to provide cover in their absence. Easy.
It seems like Declan might take a more оffensive approach tonight, which will be interesting to watch.

“It’s crucial not to give up an early goal. I believe the team will prioritize a strong midfield presence, with Havertz likely taking on the role of a false number nine.”Undoubtedly, there is little room for disagreement with Ray Parlour’s statements. Arsenal would certainly benefit from implementing those changes.
And even though it’s not explicitly stated, it’s equally crucial for both Gabriel Martinelli and Takehiro Tomiyasu to be on the field.
Martinelli’s speed and skill could prove to be vital on the cоunterattack, as demonstrated in the match against Sevilla during the group stage.

If Arsenal had difficulty handling Sane in the previous match, Tomiyasu is certainly the ideal candidate to rectify that situation. He is widely regarded as one of the squad’s top defenders when it comes to one-on-one situations.
With regards to tonight’s game, Alan Brazil has recently revealed his prediction.