BREAKING NEWS: Arsenal delivered a dominant performance in their pre-season match against Bayer Leverkusen, winning 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium. The game was a part of Arsenal’s preparations for the upcoming season, showcasing both established players and emerging talents.
The Gunners took an early lead with two quick goals from Oleksandr Zinchenko and Leandro Trossard, both assisted by Kai Havertz, in the opening minutes of the match. Gabriel Jesus added a third goal before halftime with a remarkable solo effort, seizing on a poor throw-in by Leverkusen and finishing from outside the box.
In the second half, Havertz, who was moved to a forward position, scored Arsenal’s fourth goal following a deflection from Leverkusen’s Granit Xhaka. This was a memorable moment as Xhaka returned to the Emirates after his transfer to the German club.
Leverkusen managed to score a consolation goal through substitute Adam Hlozek. The match also featured appearances from new and young Arsenal players, with Declan Rice making his first pre-season appearance and youngsters like Miles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri gaining valuable experience.
Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, expressed satisfaction with the performance, highlighting the team’s energy and execution. He was particularly impressed with Gabriel Jesus’s form, noting his renewed energy and impact on the field.
Arsenal will continue their pre-season preparations with a match against Lyon on Sunday before starting their Premier League campaign against Wolves on August 17.