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Behind Closed Doors: Aubameyang Leads Arsenal in Empty Europa League Quarterfinal vs Slavia Praha
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Behind Closed Doors: Aubameyang Leads Arsenal in Empty Europa League Quarterfinal vs Slavia Praha
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 08: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal during the UEFA Europa League Quarter Final First Leg match between Arsenal FC and Slavia Praha at Emirates Stadium on April 08, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around Europe remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
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In an unprecedented scene, Arsenal Football Club's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leads his team out onto the pitch at Emirates Stadium for the UEFA Europa League Quarterfinal against Slavia Praha, with the empty stands looming in the background. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a new normal to the world of sports, with strict restrictions in place that prohibit fans from attending live events. The once vibrant and bustling atmosphere of European football has been replaced by a surreal silence, as government social distancing laws keep stadiums empty. The sight of Aubameyang, dressed in his Arsenal kit, standing alone in the middle of an otherwise deserted Emirates Stadium, encapsulates the eerie feeling of a sporting world in limbo. The Arsenal captain, who would go on to score in the match, looked focused and determined as he led his team out for the first leg of the Europa League Quarterfinal against Slavia Praha on April 8, 2021. The empty stands did not deter the players, who gave their all on the pitch, showcasing their skills and determination in front of the cameras and the ghostly silence of the stadium. The photo, taken by renowned sports photographer David Price, captures the essence of the strange and unusual world of sport in the time of the pandemic. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of the football community, who continue to find ways to bring the beautiful game to fans despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. As the world waits for the return of fans to stadiums, this photo stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of football and the unwavering commitment of players and clubs to keep the game alive.
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