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Arsenal confirm Jakarta friendly

01 November 2012, 20:08

Arsenal announced Thursday they will play a pre-season friendly in Jakarta next year.

The Gunners, who have made several tours of the Far East in recent times, will be returning to Indonesia for the first time since 1983.

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis said: "Everyone at Arsenal is extremely excited to once again be visiting Asia and travelling to Indonesia for what will be the club's first visit to the country in 30 years.

"We know that Arsenal enjoy fantastic support in Indonesia and we are all looking forward to bringing the club closer to these loyal fans and learning more about the country's rich heritage and culture."

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