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Bayern and Arsenal braced for play-off challenge

Friday, August 12, 2011

With FC Bayern München and Arsenal FC among the final 20 clubs vying for the last ten UEFA Champions League places next week, their representatives spoke to UEFA.com.

Bayern and Arsenal braced for play-off challenge
Bayern and Arsenal braced for play-off challenge ©UEFA.com

The UEFA Champions League play-off first legs take place on Tuesday and Wednesday with 20 clubs competing for the ten available places in the group stage. UEFA.com caught up with representatives of teams including FC Bayern München and Arsenal FC to assess their chances.

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