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William Gallas (Arsenal) and Jens Lehmann (Stuttgart)
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William Gallas (Arsenal) and Jens Lehmann (Stuttgart)
William Gallas (Arsenal) and Jens Lehmann (Stuttgart). Stuttgart 1:3 Arsenal. Pre Season Friendly. Mercedes Benz Arena, Stuttgart, 30/7/08. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / Stuart MacFarlane
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In this photograph, two legendary figures from the world of football come together in a pre-season friendly match between Arsenal and Stuttgart, held at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Stuttgart on the 30th of July, 2008. The image showcases William Gallas, then a defender for Arsenal Football Club, in intense focus as he prepares to defend a corner kick, while his counterpart, Jens Lehmann, the Stuttgart goalkeeper, keeps a watchful eye on the action. Gallas, a French international, had joined Arsenal in 2002, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his time at Chelsea and Marseille. Lehmann, a German international, had spent the previous eight seasons with Arsenal before making the move back to his hometown club in 2008. The two players, who had shared the pitch for several years, now found themselves on opposing sides. The atmosphere at the Mercedes-Benz Arena was electric as the two teams faced off in this pre-season friendly. Arsenal, under the management of Arsène Wenger, were looking to build on their successful 2007-08 campaign, which saw them finish third in the Premier League. Stuttgart, on the other hand, were eager to make an impression in front of their home crowd. Despite the friendly nature of the match, the competition was fierce, and both teams gave their all. In the end, it was Arsenal who emerged victorious, with a scoreline of 1:3. Gallas and Lehmann, two giants of the game, shared a moment of respect and sportsmanship after the final whistle, acknowledging the importance of their shared history and the camaraderie that exists between footballers, even when they find themselves on opposite teams. This photograph is a testament to the passion, skill, and intensity that defines the beautiful game, and serves as a reminder of the special moments that can be created on the football pitch.
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