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Arsenal's Mikel Arteta: Empty Emirates Stadium Interview (Arsenal v Liverpool, 2019-2020) Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
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Arsenal's Mikel Arteta: Empty Emirates Stadium Interview (Arsenal v Liverpool, 2019-2020) Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 15: Mikel Arteta the Arsenal Head Coach is interviewed before the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on July 15, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
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Great image capturing the surreal atmosphere of an empty Emirates Stadium during the Arsenal vs Liverpool match in the 2019-2020 Premier League season. In this photograph, Arsenal Head Coach Mikel Arteta is seen being interviewed before the game, with the usually bustling stadium stands conspicuously devoid of fans. The Coronavirus Pandemic had brought the world to a standstill, and football was no exception. Government social distancing laws prohibited fans from attending live sporting events, leading to all fixtures being played behind closed doors. This photo poignantly illustrates the stark reality of the situation, with the usually vibrant Emirates Stadium reduced to an eerie silence. Arteta, who had taken over as Arsenal manager just a few months prior, cuts a focused figure in the image, undeterred by the unusual circumstances. The Spanish midfomer-turned-manager was no stranger to adversity, having previously experienced the highs and lows of football as a player for Arsenal and other top clubs. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, football continued, albeit in a very different way. The empty stadiums, while a far cry from the normal matchday experience, served as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of the beautiful game. And for Arsenal and their fans, the hope was that better days were ahead, both on and off the pitch. This photograph, taken by renowned sports photographer David Price, is a poignant reminder of a unique moment in football history, and a testament to the enduring spirit of the game.
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