This week sees our pre-season preparations step up a level as we take on 1. FC Nurnberg on Thursday afternoon.
Just as we did a year ago, Mikel Arteta's side will take on the German second-tier side in friendly action as we tune up for the Premier League kick-off in a month's time, against a team that holds a special place in their nation’s footballing history.
To get you up to speed, here is everything you need to know about our opponents:
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