Football is a ‘cruel’ sport. Players often see their spots immediately be replaced by others as soon as they experience a drop in form. Numerous stars have been benched ahead of crucial games, with managers focused on doing what’s ‘best’ for the team. Gabriel Jesus , Arsenal’s very own No.9 finds himself in a similar position as Arsenal prepare to take on Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League.
The Brazilian striker has put up impressive displays for the Gunners throughout the season. His four goals and two assists in the Champions League played a crucial part in helping Mikel Arteta and co. to book their spot in the quarter-final. However, the player has now lost his spot to former Bundesliga star and current Arsenal winger Kai Havertz.
However, the Brazilian expressed his feelings toward the decision, with nothing pointing to the fact that he is displeased with the same.
The way he (Havertz) works is incredible. That's the price you have to pay to be at a big club. If you're not playing, the best thing is to try and help. I never complain. Gabriel Jesus told in a pre-match conference
Arsenal face Bayern Munich after seven long years away from the competition.
Arsenal face Bayern Munich yet again as fans expect ‘better’ results as compared to 2017
No Arsenal fan would have forgotten the way Bayern Munich dismantled their side seven years ago in the Champions League. 5-1 in both legs saw the Gunners fall 10-2 on aggregate to the German giants. Thomas Muller’s video message to Kai Havertz and a rejuvenated Arsenal side have given Gunners hope of a better display this time around.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has not made the mistake of underestimating his opponents and has openly admitted that it will be no easy task to overcome the challenge at the Etihad. The Spaniard is in complete admission of the fact that his side will need magical moments at some point in the tie.
Arteta added that such ‘hurdles’ are bound to appear at some point in the competition. The tactician also pointed to how the atmosphere at the Etihad and the passion from the fans offers his men something that other teams don’t have.
Arsenal are currently at the very top in the Premier League while Bayern are in a state of complete disarray. Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel has admitted defeat to Bayer Leverkusen as his side trail by sixteen points in the table.
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