Arsenal’s pre-season campaign continued with a 1-1 draw against Italian side Como at the Emirates Stadium. The match was an opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s men to test their mettle against foreign opposition and work on their tactics. The starting XI featured Kepa Arrizabalaga in goal, with Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, and Myles Lewis-Skelly forming the defensive line. Eberechi Eze, Ethan Nwaneri, and Max Dowman made up the midfield, while Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli led the attack.

The match saw the debut of new signing Bruno Guimaraes, who was introduced at half-time. Myles Lewis-Skelly scored for Arsenal, but his goal was cancelled out by Martin Baturina. The match ultimately ended in a 1-1 draw, with Arsenal winning 4-3 on penalties. The result is not a significant indicator of the team’s overall performance, but it did provide valuable minutes for the players and allowed the coaching staff to assess their progress. The pre-season friendly was also an opportunity for Arsenal to scout potential new signings, including Jacobo Ramon from Como.

The pre-season campaign has been a mixed bag for Arsenal, with the team suffering consecutive defeats to Real Betis and Borussia Dortmund before the draw with Como. However, the team has been boosted by the return of several players to training following their summer tournament breaks. The attention now turns to Sunday’s Community Shield against Manchester City at Wembley, followed by their Premier League curtain-raiser against Coventry on Friday, August 21. The match against Como was the final pre-season friendly for Arsenal, and the team will be looking to build momentum ahead of the new season. Fans can catch up on the action and look forward to the upcoming campaign, with comprehensive coverage of the Premier League and other leagues available on Sky Sports.