Arsenal secured a hard-fought pre-season victory over Serie A side Como 1907 at the Emirates Stadium, prevailing in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw during regular play, according to match reports from Italian and British sports media.
Match Timeline and Goals
The fixture at Emirates Stadium saw the visitors put up a strong challenge against the English champions. According to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport and Sportmediaset, the match finished level at 1-1 after 90 minutes. Lewis Kelly opened the scoring for Mikel Arteta’s side, before Como’s Baturina leveled the scoreline with a sharp response. With the scores locked level at the final whistle, the contest was decided from the penalty spot, where the Gunners emerged victorious under the management of Mikel Arteta, outlasting Cesc Fabregas’ squad.
Pre-Season Context and Schedule
The encounter served as a high-profile test for both clubs during their summer preparations. According to official club announcements from Arsenal, the fixture formed a core part of the club’s pre-season calendar ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Prior to hosting the Italian outfit, the North London club faced Girona in Spain on Saturday, August 1, and traveled to Dublin to play Real Betis on Wednesday, August 5.
Looking Ahead to Domestic Openers
According to official fixture schedules, Arsenal are set to contest the FA Community Shield against Manchester City in Cardiff on Sunday, August 16. That clash precedes the official defense of their Premier League title, which kicks off at home against newly promoted Coventry City on Friday, August 21.
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