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Pre-season continues for the Gunners today with their first official friendly of the summer. Mikel Arteta has overseen his squad in the German town of Herzogenaurach this week and will now put them through their paces against 2. Bundesliga side Nurnberg.
Arsenal fans can expect to see Kai Havertz make his debut from the bench this evening although the game comes too soon for the still to-be-confirmed new signings Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber. Arteta has taken a 30-man squad to Germany so expect plenty of rotation throughout the game as players look to impress and get valuables minutes under their belts.
The previously injured William Saliba does feature after returning to training after a number of late calls were made on the inclusion of the Gunners’ internationals, among which are Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard. Follow Nurnberg vs Arsenal LIVE via Standard Sport’s matchday blog!
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Nurnberg vs Arsenal: 4 mins
Casual from Partey to drop into his own box and clear with help from Saka, eventually winning a goal kick which Nurnberg aren’t too happy about.
The Germans dominating the ball early on.
Nurnberg vs Arsenal: 2 mins
A late change in the Arsenal line-up as Vieira comes in for Odegaard due to a knock.
Nurnberg vs Arsenal: Kick-off!
A pre-game huddle from the Gunners as Mikel Arteta comes to take his place in the dugout.
And the hosts kick us off!
Here come the players!
A good atmosphere in sunny Bavaria for this friendly, with a couple of stands utilised for fans in the red of both Nurnberg and Arsenal.
Kai Havertz gets warm with a neat trick
In case you missed it: he’s on the bench tonight.
Nurnberg vs Arsenal: Countdown to kick-off!
Not long until the teams appear out the tunnel now.
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Lots of pressure on Thomas Partey
He’s not usually one to feel the heat but Thomas Partey has a big job on in this game.
The Ghanaian will be the sole anchor man of a midfield featuring Leandro Trossard and Martin Odegaard, who are hardly the most defensive-minded players.
Furthermore, Mikel Arteta is understood to be happy to sell Partey if a better alternative is available on the market.
So, no pressure…
A lot for Mikel Arteta to keep an eye on tonight
The dynamic of Jakub Kiwior slotting in at left-back will be one to watch, given he is the de facto second-choice in the position until either a new signing is made or Takehiro Tomiyasu proves his fitness.
Otherwise it’s a first-choice defence for Arsenal with William Saliba and Gabriel reunited in front of Aaron Ramsdale, and Ben White on the right.
Pre-game ceremony on the pitch
Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham pops up ahead of kick-off for a friendly handshake with tonight’s opponents.
Throwback: A debut to remember
This time last year it was Gabriel Jesus making his first appearance in an Arsenal shirt against Nurnberg that sent fans wild with anticipation.
Can Kai Havertz repeat the trick off the bench tonight? Kick-off in 20 minutes…
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