Noni Madueke is pushing to start for Arsenal against Bayern Munich tonight, as the Gunners travel to Germany for a Champions League showdown at the Allianz Arena.
Arsenal face Vincent Kompany's side in a blockbuster tie, though the head coach may be absent due to an ongoing illness. Eberechi Eze started on the left wing in Arsenal's win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday, but he struggled and was replaced at half-time. Madueke came off the bench to score the winner and has looked bright in his appearances on that flank.
Predicted changes and team news
Mikel Arteta is unlikely to make wholesale changes, but his squad is strong enough to rotate slightly without weakening the side. Jurrien Timber is likely to come in at right-back, as he continues to share minutes with Ben White.
In midfield, Myles Lewis-Skelly will hope to get his chance over Bruno Guimaraes, while Martin Zubimendi is available again and “will be involved” after a minor hamstring issue. However, Arteta has handed Zubimendi limited minutes this season, and it would be a surprise if he started him in Arsenal's toughest test of the campaign so far.
Forward line decisions
Kai Havertz has not been at his best since the international break, leaving Arteta with a decision to make up front. Viktor Gyokeres, who is yet to score for Arsenal this season, has started both Champions League matches this season. However, Arteta so often turns to Havertz in the biggest games, and there is every chance he does so again in Munich.
Piero Hincapie remains out with an ankle issue, but Arteta suggested he could be in contention when Arsenal host Everton on Saturday. “If he is able to train the next few days he can be available for Everton, which is great news,” Arteta said.
Predicted Arsenal XI and match details
Predicted Arsenal XI: Raya; Timber, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Odegaard, Madueke; Havertz.
Injured: Saliba, Hincapie, Tzolis. The match kicks off at 8pm BST on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, and will be broadcast on TNT Sports.
