Arsenal Hosts Como in Preseason Friendly at Emirates Stadium

What Happened

Arsenal is scheduled to host Como 1907 for a preseason friendly match at the Emirates Stadium. This game presents the first coaching matchup between Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Como's Cesc Fàbregas, who previously played together in north London. The friendly is part of Arsenal's preseason preparations before the upcoming season, which will include Champions League competition for Como following their fourth-place finish in Serie A last season.

Arsenal aims to return to winning form after recent defeats to Borussia Dortmund and Real Betis in their summer schedule. They had previously secured a victory against Girona. The match is set to kick off at 7:30 p.m. BST on Wednesday, August 12.

Key Facts

• The match is a preseason friendly between Arsenal and Como 1907.
• It will take place at the Emirates Stadium in London, England.
• The game is scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, with a kick-off time of 7:30 p.m. BST.
• This is the first time Mikel Arteta and Cesc Fàbregas will face each other as managers.
• Como finished fourth in Serie A last season and will compete in the Champions League.
• Arsenal has recently lost matches against Borussia Dortmund and Real Betis but won against Girona.
• Individual match streaming passes are available for purchase on Arsenal.com for £6.99 ($9.42) from any country except Italy.

Background

Cesc Fàbregas, a former Arsenal player, had previously played for Chelsea upon his return to the Premier League, a move that reportedly displeased some Arsenal supporters. Both Arteta and Fàbregas are undertaking their first coaching roles. Arsenal's squad has returned to full strength with the reintegration of players returning from post-World Cup breaks.

What Happens Next

Como is preparing for a season of Champions League soccer. Arsenal will look to finish their preseason on a high note with this final friendly clash.