Arsenal’s captain and talisman, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is on fire as he netted Arsenal’s first goal against Liverpool in the ongoing Community Shield final.
The Gabonese scored in the 12th minute to keep Arsenal in the right frame for the match.
For the first time in a while, there is an air of optimism around Arsenal going into the new season.
Some of that is to do with the afterglow of a 14th FA Cup triumph, achieved at the expense of London rivals Chelsea.
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That, though, is only superficial; many are sensible enough to understand a trophy at the end of a disappointing league season only papers over cracks at best. No, the real source of excitement is the presence of Mikel Arteta at the helm and what that represents: a return to lofty standards, but also the sense of direction and deliberation he seems to exude.
The signing of Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhaes, which by all accounts is imminent, means the heart of the Gunners’ defence is sorted for many years to come.
