Get ready for a recap of the thrilling friendly match between Arsenal and Villarreal that took place on August 6, 2025, at the Emirates Stadium! The match ended with a 3-2 victory for Villarreal, but the action was non-stop from start to finish.
Key Moments and Goalscorers
The game saw goals from both sides, showcasing the attacking prowess of both teams. Nicolas Pépé opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 16th minute, followed by Etta Eyong in the 33rd minute. Villarreal responded with goals from Christian Nørgaard in the 36th minute and Arnaut Danjuma in the 68th minute. Martin Ødegaard scored a penalty for Arsenal in the 76th minute, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory.
Arsenal Lineup Highlights
- Goalkeeper: Kepa Arrizabalaga
- Defense: Gabriel Magalhães, Jurriën Timber, Oleksandr Zinchenko
- Midfield: Myles Lewis-Skelly, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Martin Ødegaard
- Attack: Gabriel Martinelli
Villarreal Lineup Highlights
- Defense: Cristhian Mosquera
- Midfield: Christian Nørgaard, Martín Zubimendi
- Attack: Viktor Gyökeres
Mourinho's Tribute to Jorge Costa
In related news, Fenerbahçe boss Jose Mourinho paid a moving tribute to his former Porto captain, Jorge Costa, who recently passed away. Mourinho's emotional words highlighted the impact Costa had on his career and the footballing world.
Liverpool's Potential This Season
Craig Burley believes that Arne Slot has assembled a strong Liverpool squad for the upcoming season, raising expectations for their performance in all competitions.
Man United's Top-Half Ambitions
Burley also suggests that Manchester United, with their new summer signings, should aim for a top-half finish in the Premier League. He believes that Ruben Amorim will face pressure if they fail to achieve this goal.