Arsenal rusty in Dublin defeat to Real Betis

A sloppy Arsenal fell 3-1 to Real Betis in Dublin, just 11 days before their season opener.

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What happened. Arsenal were convincingly beaten 3-1 by Real Betis in their second pre-season friendly, with a poor first-half display leaving them 2-0 down inside 26 minutes.

• Arteta was visibly frustrated on the touchline.
• A raft of changes didn't improve the second half.
• Arsenal start the season against Man City in 11 days.

The defeat raises concerns ahead of the Community Shield against Manchester City.

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