Mikel Arteta was delighted with Arsenal’s performance as the Gunners earned a 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in an entertaining Champions League encounter in Germany last night.Arsenal appeared to be heading for defeat after Bayern recovered from an early setback to take a 2-1 lead. However, Declan Rice found space and finished clinically to secure a valuable point for the visitors.The Gunners had enjoyeda perfect league phase in the competition last season and were hoping to maintain similarly high standards this term. Facing Bayern away from home, however, represented a major test against one of Europe’s strongest sides.Arteta praises Arsenal’s performanceBayern are among the favourites to win the Champions League, making Arsenal’s ability to leave Munich with a point particularly impressive. Both teams demonstrated their attacking quality in a high-intensity contest, with neither side willing to surrender control.Arteta was pleased with the mindset and quality his players displayed throughout the match. Speaking to Arsenal Media after the final whistle, the Arsenal manager praised the spectacle and the challenge posed by Bayern.“It was an incredible match to watch. Tough to go through it because the margins are so small. Two teams that want to put under pressure constantly, everything is man-to-man. Two teams that want to attack, they want to be dominant.“I’m really impressed with the mindset and the quality that the team showed right from the beginning. To do that in this stadium against this team and to do what we’ve done right from the beginning was impressive.”(Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)Arsenal show their European credentialsThe result underlined Arsenal’s ability to compete with leading European clubs, even when playing away from home. Bayern’s quality made the contest difficult, but the Gunners continued to attack and found a way to recover after falling behind.Rice’s equaliser proved crucial, preventing Arsenal from leaving Germany empty-handed. His composure in front of goal rewarded a team performance that Arteta clearly appreciated.The draw also demonstrated the fine margins involved in matches between elite sides. Both teams pressed aggressively, defended man to man and looked to dominate possession and create chances.For Arteta, the performance offered encouragement as Arsenal continue their Champions League campaign. Although they could not secure victory, earning a point against Bayern away from home was a positive outcome and showed the quality and mentality his team can bring to major European occasions._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest News“Incredible match to watch” Arteta reacts to Arsenal’s draw at Bayern Munich22 October 2026, 9:00Arsenal Fight Back Against Bayern as Rice Secures Dramatic Draw21 October 2026, 22:45Confirmed Arsenal Team v Bayern Munich: Arteta opts for Havertz to lead the line..21 October 2026, 18:45The post “Incredible match to watch” Arteta reacts to Arsenal’s draw at Bayern Munich appeared first on Just Arsenal News.