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The Straits Times
|August 16, 2025
United's Sesko and Arsenal's Gyokeres set for EPL debuts in high-stakes clash
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LONDON - Perennial English Premier League contenders Arsenal, who have finished second three seasons running, travel to Old Trafford on Aug 17 to take on Manchester United in a much-anticipated clash of two revamped teams.
Mikel Arteta's Gunners are desperate to finally clinch the coveted prize, and they face an immediate test of their title credentials against Ruben Amorim's Red Devils, who are expected to be much stronger this time.
"They will be different (from last season)," said Arteta of United.
"The manager has had more time with them, they had a pre-season, they made some really good signings as well. Like anybody, they have strengthened and they will be better than last year, like the rest of the teams."
"I'm super excited (for the new season). The mood in the place, the enthusiasm. The will now to win, it drives my energy."
Desperate to break the second-place cycle, Arsenal added quality and depth in signing Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard to bolster the midfield, among other signings.
The major talking point for this big clash, however, lies in the attack.
This story is from the August 16, 2025 edition of The Straits Times.
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