Prime Alphonso Davies returns, but it doesn't hide Bayern's problem
Bayern Munich's second-best player against Arsenal after Harry Kane was Alphonso Davies. Vincent Kompany was forced to use Davies as a left-winger with Luis Diaz unready for 90 minutes.
Davies' contributions on both ends of the pitch were top-notch. He scored a goal and generated plenty of chances on the offensive side, while tracking back and supporting Josip Stanisic to contain a skilful Noni Madueke.
Diaz came on late in the second half but was later substituted off with a non-contact injury. If the Colombian had to miss time, Kompany would be left on an island with no proper left-wingers.
On the opposite flank, Michael Olise's absence exposed a depth issue for Bayern Munich. Gnabry has yet to find form after returning from injury. He also looked sluggish and missed a couple of big chances against Arsenal. The 30-year-old is still a phenomenal player if he returns to last season's form, but at this point in his career, he's no longer fit to be a winger.
With Olise out, many Bayern fans expected Lennart Karl to step up. But after being subbed on, all he left was disappointment. He failed to make a difference offensively while looking like a net negative on defence. Low confidence and fitness are hampering his development as a proper back-up for Olise.
These issues need to be addressed in the winter transfer window. Bayern cannot compete in the latter stage of the season if one or two wingers come down with an injury.
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