Arsenal prepares for match against Sunderland at Stadium of Light

Arsenal travels to the Stadium of Light on September 13 to face Sunderland in an English Premier League match. The Gunners look to avoid a repeat of last season’s fixture, which ended in a 2-2 draw after Brian Brobbey scored a late goal for the home side. Arsenal manager Arteta highlighted the challenge of playing at the venue, citing the atmosphere as a key factor in the team's preparations. The club aims to secure points early in the campaign to keep pace with Manchester City. While the team remains focused on the upcoming test, Arteta emphasized the importance of high-level competition and improving upon previous performances against the same opponent. Players have finalized their match preparations and are ready to compete in the away fixture.

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