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Arsenal resumes pre-season training with World Cup stars back

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Arsenal resumes pre-season training with World Cup stars back

Summary

Arsenal has welcomed back its World Cup players to pre-season training as preparations intensify for the upcoming season. William Saliba remains the only player still resting. The team faced a recent defeat in a pre-season match, but key regulars did not participate in that fixture. Notable returns include Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, David Raya, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Noni Madueke, and Jurrien Timber. Timber, in particular, is returning from a long-term injury, providing a boost to the squad. Arsenal aims to have a strong start to the campaign, with significant expectations for the Community Shield, Premier League, and Champions League.

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Status Watch

•Arsenal begins pre-season training with most players back.
•William Saliba is the only player still absent.
•Squad aims for success in Premier League and Champions League.
•Timber returns to training after recovering from injury.
•Arteta prepared to focus on tactics with returning players.

Latest Updates

12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal welcome back several World Cup stars to pre-season training

What they're saying

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Arsenal have welcomed back their final group of players to resume pre-season training, with William Saliba the only player still resting, as the Gunners step up their preparations for the season ahead...
— Yahoo Sports

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