Arsenal beat Como on penalties in final pre-season game

Arsenal concluded their pre-season campaign with a narrow 4-3 penalty shootout victory against Como 1907 at the Emirates Stadium. Myles Lewis-Skelly put the Gunners ahead early on by capitalizing on a goalkeeping error, but Martin Baturina leveled the score before halftime, forcing the match into a penalty shootout.

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With deep sadness, the family of Tope Osoba wishes to inform friends, colleagues, fans, and well-wishers that the burial ceremony has been POSTPONED until further notice.

Goalkeeper David Raya became the hero for Arsenal, saving two penalties from Como's Ivan Smolcic and former Chelsea forward Alvaro Morata. Christos Tzolis then converted the decisive spot-kick to seal the win for Arsenal.

The match saw new signing Bruno Guimaraes make his debut for Arsenal following his transfer from Newcastle United. He made an immediate impact with a strong recovery tackle. Other notable introductions included Martin Odegaard, who helped Arsenal regain momentum, and Fabio Vieira, who was denied by the Como goalkeeper. Despite several late chances and a disallowed goal for Kai Havertz, the match went to penalties.

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The family respectfully asks everyone for their understanding, patience, prayers, and continued support during this difficult and sensitive period.

Como manager Cesc Fabregas also made tactical substitutions, including bringing on goalkeeper Noel Tornqvist for the shootout, but Raya's saves ultimately proved decisive for Arsenal.

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The new burial date and venue will be communicated officially by the family once the necessary matters have been resolved.