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Written by Will O'Doherty

Published: Tuesday, 19 February 2013 11:48

It’s no surprise that, following Saturday’s debacle, the militants are louder than ever. Where the most fervent of the ‘Wenger Out’ camp go, the most ardent of the ‘AKB’ camp are not far behind, and vice versa. With two factions so audible, it’s often easy to forget the majority of us sit (miserably) somewhere in the middle.

But tonight, we should be united.

The need for change is painfully apparent, and really all the increasingly divided fanbase argue about is where it should be applied. That’s a complex issue, but on the night Arsenal face arguably Europe’s best team, and certainly the most in-form, the need to support the team and enjoy the occasion is as simple as it gets.

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Written by Sam Steele

Published: Monday, 18 February 2013 16:05

Bayern Munich are one of the powerhouse’s of World football, having won the European cup four times, and the German Bundesliga a record 22 times, and are currently running away with the league, 15 points clear of second place Borussia Dortmund. They will be more determined than ever to win the Champions League after losing the final last year in their own back yard to Chelsea on penalties after controlling most of the match.

Bayern Munich has a defensive record which bears similarities to George Graham’s Arsenal side, having not conceded a goal in over 10 hours of football, and only conceded 7 goals in 22 league matches this season.

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Written by Sam Steele

Published: Monday, 18 February 2013 15:44

For Arsenal this is it. Dumped out of the Capital One Cup by Bradford, not in contention for the league and thanks to an abysmal display on Saturday against Blackburn, out of the FA Cup as well.

The Champions League is Arsenal’s only chance of silverware this season, and the task doesn’t get much tougher than against German super-heavyweights Bayern Munich.

While Arsenal had begun to show some grit and steel in their performances in recent weeks, all was undone in an effortless, lacklustre performance against Championship Blackburn.

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Written by Barnaby Merrill

Published: Saturday, 16 February 2013 07:46

Arsene Wenger has revealed the latest injury news ahead of Arsenal's FA Cup clash with Blackburn. With many players expected to return from short-term injuries, though most will likely be rested for the rather more important game (arguably) on Tuesday.

Super Jack, saved for Munich

Jack Wilshere faces a fitness test, with his chances rated at 50-50 by Arsene Wenger.

It's likely that he will strategically fail this test or only make the bench, with the manager very clear that the midfielder would only be risked if totally fit.