Declan Rice scored a superb 82nd-minute equaliser as Arsenal fought back to draw 2-2 with Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League encounter at the Allianz Arena.
Arsenal were heading for a first defeat in 14 league phase or group stage games before a slick passing move involving Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres allowed Rice to race into the box and fire a clinical finish beyond Manuel Neuer from an acute angle.
Earlier, Eberechi Eze had scored the opener in similar style from a Martin Odegaard pass after replacing Bukayo Saka, who was forced off injured early on, but Harry Kane inspired Bayern's recovery.
The former Spurs striker, who is one of the leading contenders to win the Ballon d'Or at Monday's ceremony, set up Alphonso Davies' leveller with a superb through-ball before converting their second goal from the spot after Jurrien Timber had handled.
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Kane's goal was his 16th in 22 appearances against Arsenal and made him only the second player after Cristiano Ronaldo to score in 10 consecutive Champions League games.
Bayern were missing Michael Olise due to suspension and Joshua Kimmich due to a death in his family but still created numerous chances, with David Raya brilliantly saving the best of them when he clawed away a close-range header from Davies.
But Arsenal were a threat too, despite Saka's withdrawal. Bayern needed a superb piece of goalkeeping from Manuel Neuer to prevent a Bruno Guimaraes header from crossing the line after half-time.
Kane's penalty, after his shot had struck Timber's arm, arrived not long afterwards, but it was his England team-mate Rice who ended up having the final say on a dramatic night.
Analysis: Arsenal display defies style critics
Arsenal faced criticism of their playing style after their 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest. Their performance against Bayern Munich, at one of the toughest grounds in Europe, was a suitable riposte.
Many expected Mikel Arteta's side to sit back and try to frustrate Bayern, who hadn't lost in 39 home league phase or group stage games. Instead, they went blow for blow with them.
They allowed the hosts more chances than Mikel Arteta might have liked. But they created plenty too, showing attacking intent from the early stages of the game right until the end, when their perseverance was rewarded by Rice's superbly-worked equaliser.
Arsenal finished the game having had more shots and more possession than Bayern in their own back yard. They might have had a win to show for their efforts, too, if not for some Neuer heroics.
Kane: I always get penalties against Arsenal
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to TNT Sports: "A little bit of disappointment, but I think a draw was a fair result.
"We looked like the team that was going to go on and win it. They then put us under a bit of pressure and got the goal.
"We can't be too disappointed. We take the point and move on."
On his penalty: "I wouldn't say never in doubt! A lot of practice and hard work goes into penalties. It was nice to get on the scoresheet. I always seem to get penalties against Arsenal!"