Athletic Bilbao news

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has claimed that he knew that Gabriel Martinelli would turn out to be the match-winner against Athletic Club on Tuesday. The Gunners boss sent on the Brazilian in the second half and saw him break the deadlock just 36 seconds after coming off the bench as the Gunners started their Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory at San Mames.

Arsenal's out-of-favour forwards Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard sent a timely reminder to manager Mikel Arteta on Tuesday night, coming off the bench against Athletic Club to ensure the Gunners started their Champions League campaign with a hard-fought 2-0 win. The north Londoners' expensively-assembled attack struggled to break down the hosts' defence, but the two players who have been linked with an Emirates exit delivered in style late on.

Arsenal’s £64 million ($74m) man Viktor Gyokeres gave supporters a scare after a brutal collision with team-mate Gabriel left him bloodied and bandaged during their Champions League clash with Athletic Club. The pair went for the same aerial ball in the box and Gabriel made forceful contact with the back of the striker's head. The Swede crumpled to the turf as blood gushed from the injury, requiring lengthy treatment.

Heading into the summer, Arsenal fans were told to expect an 'unprecedented' window by transfer reporters. The club held up that end of the bargain, splashing out roughly £250 million ($340m) on new players to bolster Mikel Arteta's squad as they look to end their 22-year wait for a Premier League title. Through four games of the season, their recruits look right at home.

Aymeric Laporte has joined Athletic Club from Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr after FIFA reversed its initial decision and approved the transfer.

Whether he's on the pitch or the bench, the Scouser is set for a hostile reception at Anfield, while the champions have been dealt a bad hand

Aymeric Laporte's move to Athletic Club has ground to a halt as Al-Nassr are not ready to let the defender leave for free.

Arsenal finished their pre-season with a comfortable 3-0 win over Atheltic Club, as Viktor Gyokeres opened his account for the club with the opener.

How to watch the friendly match between Arsenal and Athletic Bilbao, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Cody Gakpo starred with a brace, while Mohamed Salah scored a goal as Liverpool beat Athletic Club in their second consecutive friendly match on Monday.

Academy stars Rio Ngumaho and Trey Nyoni starred as Liverpool thrashed Athletic Club 4-1 in the first friendly of the double header at Anfield on Monday.

How to watch the Club Friendlies match between Liverpool and Athletic Club, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Former Barcelona president Joan Gaspart has boldly claimed that Marcus Rashford is a better player than Nico Williams, in response to criticism of the club from the Athletic Club winger's brother Inaki. Williams snubbed a move to Barca in favour of signing a new long-term deal with Athletic Club, which paved the way for Rashford to join the Catalan side on loan from Manchester United.