Arsenal and Como 1907 finish pre-season friendly in 1-1 draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Arsenal drew 1-1 with Como 1907 in their final pre-season friendly on August 12, 2026. Myles Lewis-Skelly scored for Arsenal in the 33rd minute, but Como equalized shortly after. New signing Bruno Guimaraes made his debut for Arsenal, receiving a warm welcome from fans. Declan Rice was absent from the squad but engaged in warm-ups. David Raya, expected to start the season, helped solidify Arsenal's defense after entering the match at halftime. Coach Cesc Fabregas of Como impressed despite the result, raising speculation about his future at the club.
- •Arsenal's last pre-season match ended in a 1-1 draw.
- •Myles Lewis-Skelly opened the scoring in the first half.
- •Bruno Guimaraes made his debut for Arsenal after halftime.
- •Declan Rice participated in warm-ups but did not play.
- •David Raya improved Arsenal's defense after replacing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal 1-1 Como 1907: What we learned from the Premier League Champions’ final pre-season friendly
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