Premier League champions Arsenal will finally lift the coveted trophy this weekend after 22 long years. LAYTH YOUSIF pays tribute to and remembers those who are not here to see it
Gunners thrash Bayer Leverkusen in pre-season friendly
Arsenal 4–1 Bayer Leverkusen
by Layth Yousif
ARSENAL eased past the Bundesliga champions during an effortless pre-season friendly on Wednesday evening.
While former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka received a hearty – and thoroughly deserved – pre-match welcome on his return to North London after sterling service to the club, the Gunners underlined their intent for the forthcoming 2024-25 season by demolishing their illustrious visitors.



