""Absolutely. When you compete against the best, you get a sense of where you stand. That gives the team a lot of confidence,""
""Even against Arsenal, despite the defeat, we didn't feel like they were much better than us,""
""After the match, we were more like: Okay, next time. Let's play Arsenal again!""
""Exactly. That would be a great final against Arsenal.""
Bayern Munich rebuilt tangible confidence through difficult Champions League tests against Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, and Chelsea rather than cruising through the group stage. The squad viewed matches against elite opposition as benchmarks for where they stand and emerged with renewed belief. The defeat to Arsenal did not undermine internal conviction; players felt the margin was small and reacted with determination and eagerness for a rematch. That competitive, forward-looking mentality has reinforced Bayern's sense of belonging among Europe’s top teams. If that confidence carries into the knockout rounds, Bayern can realistically aim to win the tournament.
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