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Cesc Fabregas Leads Arsenal in Historic UEFA Champions League Debut at Emirates Stadium (Arsenal 1:0 Dynamo Kyiv, Group G)
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Cesc Fabregas Leads Arsenal in Historic UEFA Champions League Debut at Emirates Stadium (Arsenal 1:0 Dynamo Kyiv, Group G)
Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas leads out the team for the first time. Arsenal 1:0 Dynamo Kyiv, UEFA Champions League, Group G, Emirates Stadium, Arsenal Football Club, London, 25/11/2008. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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Great image capturing the historic moment when Cesc Fabregas led Arsenal out for their inaugural UEFA Champions League match at Emirates Stadium. The date was November 25, 2008, and Arsenal was hosting Dynamo Kyiv in Group G. Fabregas, who had taken over the captaincy from William Gallas earlier that season, proudly wore the armband as he walked out with his teammates, coaches, and staff. The atmosphere inside the stadium was electric, as the fans eagerly anticipated Arsenal's first-ever Champions League match on their home turf. The team had qualified for Europe's elite club competition for the 13th time but had never before played a group stage game at Emirates Stadium. Arsenal started the match strongly, and it was Fabregas who opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a beautifully taken goal. The Spanish midfielder received a pass from Theo Walcott, dribbled past a defender, and finished calmly past the goalkeeper. The goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 lead and set the tone for the rest of the match. Despite some nervy moments, Arsenal held on to their lead to secure a valuable three points in their Champions League campaign. Fabregas' goal and leadership were crucial in securing the win, and his performance on the night solidified his status as a key player for Arsenal. This image is a testament to the excitement and anticipation surrounding Arsenal's first UEFA Champions League match at Emirates Stadium and the pivotal role Fabregas played in the team's historic victory.
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