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See what fans are saying after the mighty Arsenal struggled to beat Bournemouth on penalties.
Wearing their new Lagos-themed away jersey, Arsenal defeated Bournemouth in the first game of their three-match US tour, but their victory against the Cherries in Los Angeles was via penalty shootout.
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Reiss Nelson's deep cross was met by Fabio Vieira on the volley, and he drove it first time into the far bottom corner to give Arsenal the lead early in the half.
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Karl Hein denied Dominic Solanke and then Daniel Jebbison in a tense match that saw three players booked.
The Estonian goalkeeper Hein, however, was unable to stop Antoine Semenyo's strike, which struck Omar Rekik as he attempted to close the distance and went into the far corner.
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After some great play in the build-up from Martin Odegaard, Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto denied Leandro Trossard late on.
As a result, the game went into a prearranged shootout, with Ryan Christie's miss proving to be the deciding factor.
Every veteran player for Arsenal participated to some extent, with the possible exception of Emile Smith Rowe, who is rumored to be joining Fulham.
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After a draw against Wrexham, Bournemouth's trip to California comes to an end with this match.
On Saturday, Arsenal plays Manchester United at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
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Reactions to Arsenal's win against Bournemouth
Without Bukayo Saka after his Euro 2024 exersions, Arsenal is placing more emphasis on developing their young players as they attempt to catch up to Manchester City following two seasons in second place behind the Premier League winners led by Pep Guardiola's team.
It implies that they will work to raise the caliber of players entering their academy and, more crucially, the frequency with which they have an influence at the greatest level.
Despite only turning 17 in March, England youth international Ethan Nwaneri exuded confidence during a remarkable run.
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Ayden Heaven, who is 17 years old, appeared composed in the center of Arsenal's defense.
Karl Hein's effort for Arsenal against Bournemouth in Los Angeles has won him a lot of admirers.
Again, Hein shone for Arsenal in the penalty shootout, and the Estonian was excellent during regular play as well.
He produced a stunning save to deny Dominic Solanke, and then he made another excellent stop to thwart Dango Ouattara.
After his performance, Hein has won over the hearts of Arsenal supporters, many of whom have shared important details about him on social media.
Hein was unquestionably the highlight of Arsenal's performance against Bournemouth.
The Arsenal supporters are ecstatic, to the extent that they believe Hein should start in place of Aaron Ramsdale because he is superior.
The contract Hein had with Arsenal was about to expire, and it was renewed.
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