Arsenal returns to the Emirates Stadium to face Bayer Leverkusen in a pre-season friendly, marking their first home game of the summer. The Gunners aim to bounce back after a mixed US tour, which included a win against Manchester United and a loss to Liverpool. Fans are eager to see new signing Riccardo Calafiori, who joined from Bologna for £42 million, potentially make his debut. The match serves as a crucial preparatory fixture ahead of the upcoming season for Mikel Arteta's squad. Bayer Leverkusen, led by Xabi Alonso, presents a challenging opponent, having won the double in Germany. The game is highly anticipated by supporters who hope to witness a strong performance from the home team.