Bayer Leverkusen vs. Arsenal's Kasper Jullmann: We are excited about this opportunity.

Bayer Leverkusen will host Premier League giants Arsenal at the BayArena in the first leg of their 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie. Kasper Jürmann stated that it will be a tough test, but he is also excited about the opportunity.

With goals from Christian Cofane, Grimaldo, and Martin Terrier, Bayer Leverkusen secured a 3-3 draw against Freiburg in their earlier Bundesliga match. Leverkusen currently sits in 6th place in the Bundesliga standings, continuing their pursuit of a Champions League spot for next season.

As for Arteta's Arsenal, in addition to being firmly at the top of the Premier League table, the Gunners also advanced to the FA Cup quarterfinals last week and will compete against Manchester City for the FA Cup title this month.

Bayer Leverkusen manager Kasper Jullmann said, "Arsenal may be the best team in Europe right now, and this will be the toughest test, but we are excited about this opportunity. We need to enjoy the game with the fans and give our best performance."

"For me, the most important thing is always to seize opportunities. Anything can happen on the football field. Arsenal is certainly a favorite, they are in top form, and they have been building a very strong team for many years."

In addition, Casper Jullmann said, "Compared to last season, 14 of our 25 players are new additions, but we are constantly building the team, learning and adapting, and our overall strength is improving."

"If we stay focused enough, play at our best, and everyone can play to their strengths and compete with courage, then who knows what will happen? Belief is very important to us. As long as we enter a competition like this, I always believe we have a chance to succeed."

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