Arteta dedicates Arsenal win to Ken Friar
Arsenal struck three times in seven second-half minutes before Arteta paid tribute to the club’s late life president.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesMikel Arteta dedicated Arsenal’s 3-0 Champio...
Mikel Arteta honored Arsenal's late life president, Ken Friar, by dedicating the Champions League victory over Lille to the club's founder. After a patient opening period, Arsenal scored three goals in seven second-half minutes to secure a 3-0 triumph at the Emirates Stadium. Jurrien Timber opened the scoring in the 64th minute, followed by goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka.
Saka's strike marked his 19th European goal for the Gunners, placing him third in the club's European assist table. David Raya made his 38th Champions League appearance, equalling David Seaman's club record. Wearing black armbands in tribute, Arteta started the post-match press conference with a heartfelt tribute to Friar, emphasizing his significant impact on the club's identity and future.
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