Brentford Draws Arsenal in Carabao Cup Third Round Clash
In the upcoming third round of the Carabao Cup, Arsenal has been drawn against Brentford. The match is set to take place at the Gtech Community Stadium. Brentford secured their spot in the third round after a penalty shootout victory against Newport County in the second round on Tuesday.
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This encounter marks Arsenal’s first meeting with Brentford in the Carabao Cup since 2018, when Arsenal emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline at Emirates Stadium. The draw also includes the eight clubs involved in European competitions, as they all strive for success in the Carabao Cup. Arsenal’s history in the competition boasts two victories in the 1986/87 and 1992/93 seasons.
While the date and kick-off time for the match against Brentford will be announced in due course, the third-round fixtures are scheduled to kick off during the week commencing September 25.
Folarin Balogun Completes Permanent Transfer to AS Monaco
Folarin Balogun, a talented forward, has sealed a permanent transfer to Ligue 1 side AS Monaco. Balogun, who joined Arsenal’s ranks at the age of 10, progressed through the club’s academy and excelled in various youth categories. He signed his first professional contract with Arsenal in February 2019.
Balogun’s senior debut for Arsenal arrived when he appeared as a substitute in the 3-0 UEFA Europa League victory against Dundalk in October 2020. He notched his maiden senior goal for the club in the same competition, less than a month later, during a 3-0 away triumph over Molde in Norway.
During the latter half of the 2021/22 season, Balogun enjoyed a loan spell at Championship side Middlesbrough, gaining valuable experience. He made 18 appearances and scored three goals during his time at the Riverside Stadium.
In the previous season, Balogun continued his development on loan at Ligue 1’s Reims. The campaign showcased his prowess as he finished among the top goalscorers in the league, netting 21 goals from 37 appearances.
Notably, Balogun capped off his successful season by making an impactful decision regarding his international career. In May 2023, he chose to represent the US men’s national team, his country of birth. He made his debut in the 2023 CONCACAF Nations League semi-final and contributed a goal in the final, aiding the USA in securing a 2-0 victory over Mexico and clinching the championship.
Arsenal acknowledges and appreciates Folarin Balogun’s contributions from the academy to the first team and extends best wishes for his future endeavors at AS Monaco. The completion of the deal is contingent on the fulfillment of regulatory processes.
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By- Sahiba Suri