Arsenal falls to Borussia Dortmund in Emirates Cup amid defensive concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 4:16 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Arsenal suffered a 3-2 loss to Borussia Dortmund in the Emirates Cup on August 9. Despite the return of captain Martin Odegaard and the unveiling of new signing Bruno Guimaraes, Arsenal's defense struggled, conceding three goals for the second consecutive match following a 3-1 defeat to Real Betis. The team will face Como in their final pre-season fixture before the Community Shield against Manchester City. The backline's performance has raised questions about their readiness for the upcoming Premier League season.
- •Arsenal loses 3-2 to Borussia Dortmund in the Emirates Cup.
- •Martin Odegaard returns to the lineup after the World Cup.
- •Arsenal's defense has conceded six goals in two pre-season matches.
- •Victor Gyokeres scored from the penalty spot for Arsenal.
- •Next match is against Como before facing Manchester City in the Community Shield.
- 4:16 PMYahoo Sports — Six goals in two games: How much of a concern is Arsenal’s defence?
"Meanwhile, Christos Tzolis strengthened his case to start the season as Arsenal’s left winger despite the Emirates Cup defeat to Borussia Dortmund
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