Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMirror FootballUnverified source· 9 Aug 2026
Arsenal's defensive woes continue in Emirates Cup loss
Arsenal shipped three goals for the second straight game as Dortmund exposed their backline.
Arsenal
team
Competition
Emirates Cup
Score
Arsenal 2-3 Borussia Dortmund
Venue
Emirates Stadium
What happened. Arsenal lost 2-3 to Borussia Dortmund at home, conceding three goals for the second consecutive match.
- Arsenal also lost to Real Betis previously.
- Defensive issues raise questions about life without William Saliba.
- Premier League opener against Coventry City is less than two weeks away.
Arsenal must tighten up defensively before their Premier League opener against Coventry City.
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