Harry Kane downplays rivalry with Arsenal before Champions League clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Harry Kane stated that the media exaggerates his rivalry with Arsenal ahead of their Champions League match on November 26, 2025. While acknowledging Arsenal as a strong team, Kane expressed that his focus is on winning rather than the narrative surrounding the teams. Kane, a former Tottenham player with a brief past in Arsenal’s academy, has faced Arsenal multiple times with Bayern Munich, including two matches in last season's quarterfinals. Following Arsenal's last victory over Bayern, Kane may feel motivated to reverse the outcome in their upcoming encounter.
- •Kane indicates little personal animosity toward Arsenal.
- •He cites media hype surrounding the rivalry.
- •Bayern faced Arsenal in previous Champions League matches.
- •Kane aims to lead Bayern to victory in the upcoming match.
- •Arsenal won their last encounter against Bayern comfortably.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane says media overhypes his rivalry with Arsenal
"Kane doesn't care that much about the Londoners.
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