In the latest episode of Arsenal Explained, we're exploring the vast popularity of the club in Africa.
While ours is a global club with supporters all over the world, we have a particularly large following in Africa for a number of reasons.
Some of the all-time Arsenal greats came from the continent; striker Kanu delivered one of the most iconic hat-tricks in Arsenal history against Chelsea in 1999, while defender Lauren was one of the key players in our 2003/04 Invincible side.
Press play on the video at the top of the article to learn more about the deep-rooted connection between Arsenal and Africa.
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