Rice salvages draw as Arsenal hold Bayern Munich in Champions League

Summarised from 7 outlets · 9 reports · Updated 21 Oct, 22:50 · Archive

Declan Rice scored an 82nd-minute equaliser as Arsenal drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena in a Champions League league phase encounter that both sides were capable of winning.

Eberechi Eze opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 25th minute after coming on for injured Bukayo Saka in the tenth minute. Martin Odegaard floated a pass across Bayern's defence into Eze's path, and he stroked the ball past Manuel Neuer.

Harry Kane inspired Bayern's recovery. The England captain produced a sublime through-ball to set up Alphonso Davies for an equaliser, then converted a penalty after Jurrien Timber's handball to put Bayern ahead in the 61st minute. Kane's goal was his 16th in 23 games against Arsenal. The goalscorer extended his scoring run to 10 consecutive Champions League games, one short of Cristiano Ronaldo's record.

Rice equalised in the 82nd minute. Following a slick passing move involving Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres, Rice raced into the box and fired a low finish past Neuer from an acute angle. Arsenal nearly grabbed a late winner when Timber drew a tip over from Neuer in stoppage time.

The draw maintained Arsenal's unbeaten record in the competition following back-to-back wins over Napoli and Lille. Arsenal were on course for their first defeat in 14 league phase or group stage games before Rice's strike. Bayern, missing several key players including winger Michael Olise, Joshua Kimmich and Jamal Musiala, were without the reinforcements they needed to secure victory.

Mikel Arteta's side showed character to fight back after falling behind. According to Metro, former Liverpool player Steven Gerrard praised Arsenal's response, saying Rice was 'world-class' and that the team demonstrated 'character and mentality' in their performance. The draw was described by outlets as a fair result in a match between two of Europe's leading sides, though Bayern had wanted revenge for their 3-1 defeat at the Emirates Stadium the previous season.

How it is being reported

• Steven Gerrard hails ‘world-class’ Arsenal star after Bayern Munich drawLiverpool and England legend Steven Gerrard (Picture: Getty) Steven Gerrard hailed ‘world-class’ Declan Rice after Arsenal ’s entertaining 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League . Eberechi Eze fired Arsenal ahead midway through the first half after coming on for the injured Bukayo…Metro · 21 Oct, 22:44
• Bayern Munich 2-2 Arsenal: Gunners take huge step in the right direction, as Declan Rice earns point that means so much more in Mikel Arteta's bid to build dynastyIAN LADYMAN: This is a season that must see Arsenal break fresh ground if they are to become the team we all feel they can be.Daily Mail Sport · 21 Oct, 22:43
• Arsenal release shackles in heavyweight Champions League showdown to match Europe's eliteDeclan Rice salvages a point for Arsenal in MunichEvening Standard · 21 Oct, 22:31
• Declan Rice grabs Arsenal draw at Bayern Munich in Champions LeagueEze gave Arsenal the lead, but Davies levelled and Kane netted a penalty for the hosts before Rice made it 2-2.Al Jazeera · 21 Oct, 22:28
• Declan Rice strikes late for Arsenal to deny Bayern Munich in blockbusterIt is as if Harry Kane cannot get enough of tormenting Arsenal. The Bayern Munich striker has plenty of form from his Tottenham days. He remains the top scorer in north London derby history with 14 goals. He made an impact yet again here and yet it was not a night when he had the final word. That honour fell to Declan Rice, the Arsenal midfielder storming into the Bayern area in the 82nd minute to guide home a low finish that Kane would have been proud to call his own. Arsenal were hunting their latest statement result. Only once had they ever won away against Bayern – the 2-0 in the…The Guardian · 21 Oct, 22:14
• Arsenal fight back to draw against Bayern MunichDeclan Rice scored a superb 82nd-minute equaliser as Arsenal fought back to draw 2-2 with Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League encounter at the Allianz Arena.Sky Sports · 21 Oct, 22:12
• Bayern Munich v Arsenal PLAYER RATINGS: Which stars left the Gunners defence exposed too often? Who pulled the strings for Mikel Arteta's men? And who had a 'quiet' night?Declan Rice stole the limelight from Harry Kane as Arsenal hit back to snatch a thrilling 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in a heavyweight Champions League clash at the Allianz Arena.Daily Mail Sport · 21 Oct, 22:11
• Rice strikes to earn Arsenal draw at BayernDeclan Rice scores a late equaliser as Arsenal and Bayern Munich play out an entertaining draw in the league phase of the Champions League while Bukayo Saka limps off with an early injury.BBC News · 21 Oct, 22:09
• 'What a goal, what a moment' - Rice snatches late equaliser against BayernDeclan Rice sends the travelling Arsenal support into raptures with his late equaliser in their heavyweight Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.BBC News · 21 Oct, 22:00

In this story: Declan Rice · Harry Kane · Arsenal · Bayern Munich · Eberechi Eze · Alphonso Davies · Bukayo Saka · Allianz Arena

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