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Arsenal braced for ‘Kroenke out’ protests before Everton clash

Arsenal are braced for fan protests when the Gunners host Everton at the Emirates Stadium on Friday evening, according to the Evening Standard.

Arsenal were one of six Premier League clubs to announce their involvement in the creation of a controversial European Super League (ESL).

The new competition was heavily criticised in the footballing world, with pundits, fans, clubs and governing bodies coming together to condemn its creation.

After a couple of days of widespread criticism, the six English clubs formalised their withdrawal from the ESL.