Arsenal welcome back several World Cup stars to pre-season training
Arsenal FC has welcomed back several key players to pre-season training following their participation in the World Cup. The club is preparing for the upcoming season with a focus on the Premier League and Champions League.
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Arsenal's squad depth and fitness are critical factors for their performance in major domestic and European competitions.
Arsenal have welcomed back their final group of players to resume pre-season training, with William Saliba the only player still resting, as the Gunners step up their preparations for the season ahead.
Mikel Arteta's side recently suffered defeat in their latest pre-season fixture , but there is little reason for concern because most of their regular players did not feature. Those who did play were also given limited minutes, meaning the result provides an incomplete picture of the team's preparations.
The contingent who reached the semi-finals of the World Cup had been given extended breaks, meaning they had not yet resumed their preparations for the new season. Their absence would have had an impact on the team, particularly during the latest pre-season fixture.
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