Arsenal faced a familiar foe in Harry Kane during their 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in the Champions League, where Kane showcased his all-around skills. Despite Arsenal's efforts to move on from their past with the striker, he continued to remind them of his value.

Kane scored his 16th goal in 21 matches against Arsenal via a well-taken penalty, following a foul by Jurrien Timber. However, his contribution extended far beyond the scoreline. With key players like Luis Diaz absent and Michael Olise suspended, Kane stepped up creatively, assisting Alphonso Davies and helping a youthful midfield progress the ball effectively.

The match saw Declan Rice equalizing for Arsenal, who benefited from a brilliant assist from Viktor Gyokeres. Despite Arsenal's impressive performance, they found themselves needing to adapt to Bayern's man-to-man press, with Kai Havertz providing a crucial outlet for territory and possession.

Arsenal proved they belong among Champions League contenders, relying on moments of brilliance from players like Eberechi Eze and Martin Odegaard. However, concerns linger about their strikers' performance, as the starting forwards have collectively managed only 17 shots across 16 matches this season. In contrast, Kane has taken 50 shots in fewer minutes.

While Arsenal's approach emphasizes shared scoring responsibilities, the lack of consistent output from their forwards raises questions. Mikel Arteta's tactical setup may not fully suit Gyokeres, especially against deep-lying defenses. In contrast, Kane thrived under pressure, illustrating the stark difference in quality between the two teams' striking options.