Harry Kane scores, but Arsenal fights back to secure a draw in the first leg.

Harry Kane’s dream return to north London was dashed as Arsenal fought back to secure a thrilling 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final first leg.

Tottenham’s top scorer of all time, Kane, converted a first-half penalty to give Bayern the lead at Emirates Stadium. However, Leandro Trossard’s late equalizer leveled the score after Bukayo Saka’s early goal and Serge Gnabry’s equalizer.

Despite Kane’s 39th goal of the season, his night was marred by controversy as he narrowly avoided a red card for an elbow on Gabriel.

Amid heightened security concerns, Bayern arrived in England facing a tough battle for the Bundesliga title. The presence of former Tottenham players Kane and Eric Dier, along with Gnabry, added to the excitement of the match, which was played in front of a sold-out stadium devoid of away fans due to UEFA sanctions.

Saka’s early goal electrified the crowd, but Arsenal’s defense faltered, allowing Gnabry to equalize before Kane put Bayern ahead from the penalty spot.

Despite Arsenal’s attempts to rally, it was Trossard who salvaged a draw for the home side with his late goal. Bayern came close to snatching victory in the dying moments, but Kingsley Coman’s effort hit the post.

The match ended in controversy as Saka was denied a penalty in stoppage time, leaving the fans frustrated and the referee under fire for his decisions.