SpotlightFootball.LondonUnverified source· 19 Aug 2026
Flamini: Players Prefer Emirates Over Highbury
Ex-Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini says players prefer the Emirates Stadium to Highbury due to its bigger crowds.
Player
Mathieu Flamini
Position
Midfielder
Clubs
Arsenal (2004-2008, 2013-2016)
Stadiums
Highbury, Emirates Stadium
What happened. Flamini, who played at both Highbury and the Emirates, stated that players prefer the Emirates because of its larger capacity and bigger crowds.
- Arsenal moved from Highbury to the Emirates in 2006.
- Flamini noted the atmosphere differed for fans but players enjoy the grander stage.
- He said at Highbury fans were so close they could touch players.
“At Highbury the fans were so close to the pitch they could touch the players.”
— Mathieu Flamini
Flamini's comments come as Arsenal prepare for the new season as reigning champions.
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