When Arsenal host Bayern Munich, fans are expecting a Mars vs. Earth contest.
However, the course of the game was far more tortuous than expected.
Just 12 minutes into the first half, Arsenal's Bukayo Saka opened the scoring for the team, and for a moment, the Gunners fans seemed to see the dawn of victory.
However, the good times were short-lived, and the next game process was a big surprise.
Bayern scored two goals in a row, flashing the lead, and Arsenal fans fell from heaven to hell in an instant.
In this game, Arsenal's goalkeeper Raya was the center of attention.
After Arsenal conceded the first goal, Pierce Morgan, a well-known gunners fan and British celebrity, posted a photo on social media of Bayern's open attacking space after Raya's attack, and complained mercilessly: "We were completely in control of the situation until Raya suddenly decided to switch to playing in midfield."
What the hell was he thinking?"
Morgan's remarks undoubtedly sparked heated discussions among fans.
Some supported Morgan's view that Raya's selection of strikes was problematic, while others defended Raya, arguing that as a goalkeeper, he was under a lot of pressure in the game and that occasional mistakes were inevitable.
But in any case, the outcome of this game cannot be changed.
Arsenal took the lead at home, but were conceded by Bayern Munich twice in a row and eventually lost 1-2.
Such a result is undoubtedly a heavy blow for Arsenal fans, but at the same time it is a profound lesson.
Looking back on this game, we can't help but wonder: why did Arsenal come back from the lead when they were in the lead?
In addition to Raya's attacking options, the team's performance on the defensive end is also worth reflecting on.
Against a strong team like Bayern, Arsenal's defence was clearly not well prepared.
Of course, losing doesn't mean it's all over.
Arsenal still have the second half and second leg to salvage the situation.
For the Gunners, the most important thing now is to adjust their mentality and tactics and go all out to prepare for the next games.
And the loss of this game also showed us the charm of football games.
On the football field, reversals and surprises can happen at any moment. That's what attracts us to football.
Finally, let's hope that Arsenal can find their form and show their quality in the next games.
Regardless of the result, we want to see a great game.
After all, on the football field, only hard work and struggle can earn respect and applause.