“And it’s Arsenal,” Thomas Muller echoes with excitement.
Thomas Muller, the Bayern Munich forward, expressed satisfaction with the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals draw, describing it as “favorable” as his team was matched with Arsenal.
The encounter marks the 13th meeting between the two clubs, with Bayern claiming victory in seven of their previous encounters.
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Notably, Bayern’s recent dominance over Arsenal includes three consecutive 5-1 wins, although expectations suggest a tighter contest this season.
The upcoming quarter-final presents an intriguing matchup as Arsenal’s German forward, Kai Havertz, will face off against several of his compatriots, including Muller.
Muller highlighted the significance of facing Havertz in a social media video shortly after the draw announcement on Friday.
As anticipation builds for the clash, football fans await a thrilling spectacle between these two European giants.
“And it’s Arsenal,” Muller said with a grin. “Kai Havertz, my friend, I am waiting for you!
“No, it’s a nice draw, two very good teams, two very good stadiums, two very good cities.
“Yeah, it will be tough, but I’m always positive. See you Gunners!”
Thomas Muller Instagram post after the UCL quarterfinal draws.
On April 9, Arsenal will welcome Bayern to the Emirates Stadium for the first leg, followed by a trip to Munich for the return match eight days later.
Should Arsenal triumph over Bayern, they will advance to the semi-finals to face either Manchester City or Real Madrid.
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