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Arsenal Return From Asia Tour With Eye on Full-Strength Squad for Season Opener

Arteta confirms key defenders are fit for upcoming friendlies with Villarreal, Athletic Bilbao at Emirates Stadium

Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur: Pre-Season Friendly
Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur: Pre-Season Friendly
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Overview

  • Arsenal concluded their Asia tour with a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham in Hong Kong as Pape Matar Sarr lobbed David Raya just before half-time.
  • The Gunners dominated possession but managed only one shot on target from 16 attempts, underlining ongoing concerns over attacking efficiency.
  • Viktor Gyökeres and Cristian Mosquera made their first appearances off the bench and drew praise for their energy and composure.
  • Leandro Trossard was forced off with a muscle issue and will undergo scans to determine the severity of the knock.
  • Arsenal return to London to host Villarreal and Athletic Bilbao in friendlies designed to fine-tune tactics and fitness ahead of the August 17 opener at Old Trafford.