Arsenal fall to Dortmund in Emirates Cup final

Arsenal's pre-season wobble continues as Dortmund expose defensive frailties.

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What happened. Arsenal lost 3-2 to Borussia Dortmund in the Emirates Cup final, conceding early and struggling to recover.

• Dortmund led 2-0 at half-time after early goals from Inacio and Karetsas.
• Nwaneri and Gyokeres pulled goals back but Arsenal couldn't equalise.
• Arteta's side looked rusty in defence, conceding three times.

Arsenal continue pre-season preparations with concerns over defensive solidity ahead of the new season.

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