Arsenal dominate Como in friendly despite 1-1 draw

Italian media admit Arsenal's superiority was clear even as Como escaped with a draw.

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What happened. Arsenal drew 1-1 with Como in a friendly, with Lewis-Skelly scoring for the Gunners and Baturina equalizing, but Arsenal dominated and won the penalty shootout.

• Italian media praised Arsenal's superiority, especially in the first half hour.
• Como defended with a 5-4-1 formation against Arsenal's attack.
• Arsenal were well short of full strength, missing key players like Declan Rice.

The result serves as a warning to Como ahead of their Champions League campaign.

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