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Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe in UEFA Europa League Quarterfinal Match against Slavia Praha in Prague (2020-21)
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Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe in UEFA Europa League Quarterfinal Match against Slavia Praha in Prague (2020-21)
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - APRIL 15: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the UEFA Europa League Quarter Final Second Leg match between Slavia Praha and Arsenal FC at Eden Arena on April 15, 2021 in Prague, Czech Republic. 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 Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
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In this evocative image captured by Arsenal's official photographer Stuart MacFarlane, Nicolas Pepe of the Gunners is seen in deep concentration during the UEFA Europa League Quarterfinal match against Slavia Praha at Eden Arena in Prague on April 15, 2021. The Ivorian international winger, clad in Arsenal's iconic red and white stripes, is poised to make a move as he surveys the pitch, the empty seats of the stadium a stark reminder of the unprecedented challenges faced by European football due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The 2020-21 Europa League quarterfinal between Arsenal and Slavia Praha took place under strict restrictions, with no fans in attendance due to government social distancing laws. This marked yet another surreal moment in the annals of football history, as the beautiful game continued to adapt to the new normal in the face of the global health crisis. Despite the eerie silence that hung over the stadium, the intensity of the action on the field remained undiminished. Pepe, a summer signing from Lille, was a key figure in Arsenal's Europa League campaign, and his performances throughout the competition showcased his electrifying pace, skill, and creativity. As Arsenal sought to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first leg, Pepe's contributions proved crucial. In this particular moment, he is preparing to unleash a powerful shot, his eyes fixed on the target, his mind focused on the task at hand. The tension in the air is palpable, as the outcome of the match hangs in the balance. This photograph encapsulates the essence of European club football in the time of the pandemic – a testament to the resilience of the game and its ability to captivate audiences, even in the most unusual of circumstances.
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