Arsenal's unbeaten start to pre-season continued with a 4-1 win over Girona in a friendly match. However, the win was marred by streaming issues that frustrated fans.
What happened?
The match was available to stream on Arsenal.com and the club's official app, but issues with both platforms meant some fans were unable to access the stream. The club later moved coverage to YouTube, where the match was made available for free.
Why it matters for Arsenal
The win was a positive start to the pre-season for Mikel Arteta's side, but the streaming issues will be a concern for the club. The Gunners are looking to build on their 1st place finish in the Premier League last season, where they accumulated 70 points from 32 games.
What comes next?
Arsenal will face Real Betis on Wednesday before taking on Borussia Dortmund in the Emirates Cup next Sunday. They will then conclude their 2026/27 preparations against Como, managed by former Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas, four days before their Community Shield clash with Manchester City.
Key players
Christos Tzolis made his debut for the Gunners, scoring a goal in the 30th minute. The Greece international joined Arsenal from Club Brugge in a £34million deal last month.
Transfer news
Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, with the Brazilian said to be edging closer to a move after the two clubs made progress over a fee believed to be around £80million. The Gunners have also been linked with a sensational move for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr, who is currently locked in talks over a new contract at the Bernabeu.
League standing
Arsenal are 6 points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table, with a goal difference of +38. They have scored 62 goals and conceded 24 so far this season.
Next fixture
Arsenal's next fixture is against Fulham at home on 2027-02-20, where they will look to continue their winning streak.
