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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.
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