{
  "id": 2270295,
  "title": "Champions Arsenal embrace being ‘hunted’ as Premier League returns",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/champions-arsenal-embrace-being-hunted-as-premier-league-returns-2270295",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-21T01:08:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/08/21/champions-arsenal-embrace-being-hunted-as-premier-league-returns"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Arsenal has announced their opening match of the Premier League season, which will be played against EFL champions Coventry at their home ground, Emirates Stadium. The Gunners, who won the title last year after a 22-year hiatus, will be keen to defend their crown this time around. Coach Mikel Arteta emphasized that Arsenal will not shy away from being \"hunted\" by their title rivals, instead viewing it as an opportunity to prove their worth. Arteta expressed his desire to lead Arsenal to another victory, stating that winning the Premier League was a \"cathartic\" moment for the club. He also mentioned that the new season will be a \"long marathon,\" requiring Arsenal to prove their mettle against the competition. Coventry, who have returned to the Premier League after 25 years, will face a tough challenge against their illustrious opponents.",
  "summary": "Manager Mikel Arteta has no doubt the Gunners can cope with the pressure of being the team everyone wants to beat.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Champions Arsenal embrace being ‘hunted’ as Premier League returns",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/champions-arsenal-embrace-being-hunted-as-premier-league-returns-2267038",
        "published": "2026-08-21T01:08:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Champions Arsenal embrace being 'hunted' as Premier League returns",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/champions-arsenal-embrace-being-hunted-as-premier-league-returns-2273644",
        "published": "2026-08-21T01:37:39.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}