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Match report: Arsenal U-23s 0-3 Blackburn

By Alex Taylor

WHAT HAPPENED

Our under-23s slipped to a disappointing 3-0 defeat against Blackburn in the Premier League 2 on Friday night.

We made a fast start at Meadow Park and had the best chance of the opening exchanges when Miguel Azeez came close with a well-struck free-kick from 25 yards.

Our 18-year-old midfielder, who made his return from injury against Southampton last week, put in a fine individual performance on a frustrating night for Steve Bould's side.

Despite our positive start, Connor McBride was gifted the chance to open the scoring just before the half-hour mark after being brought down by Ryan Alebiosu inside the box.