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Guimaraes makes debut as Arsenal draws with Como in friendly

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Guimaraes makes debut as Arsenal draws with Como in friendly

Summary

Arsenal faced Como in a pre-season friendly on August 12, 2026, at the Emirates Stadium, resulting in a 1-1 draw. Myles Lewis-Skelly opened the scoring in the 33rd minute, capitalizing on an error from Como goalkeeper Jean Butez, but Martin Baturina equalized just before halftime. Bruno Guimaraes made his debut for Arsenal, coming off the bench at halftime. Although Arsenal could not secure a victory in regulation time, they prevailed 4-3 in a penalty shoot-out. This match marks the end of Arsenal's pre-season preparations before their upcoming Community Shield against Manchester City.

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By the Numbers

•Myles Lewis-Skelly scored the opener in the 33rd minute.
•Martin Baturina equalized for Como in the 43rd minute.
•Bruno Guimaraes debuted at halftime after signing for £75m.
•Arsenal won the penalty shoot-out 4-3 after the draw.
•Next match is the Community Shield against Manchester City.

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9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Guimaraes makes Arsenal debut in draw with Como
9:24 PMBBC Sport — Guimaraes makes Arsenal debut in draw with Como

What they're saying

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Bruno Guimaraes made his first appearance and Myles Lewis-Skelly scored amid speculation about his future as Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw by Como in their final pre-season friendly.
— Sky Sports