Friday, 23 October 2026
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Arsenal Set to Play at Historic Highbury Stadium

Arsenal is slated to play at Highbury Stadium once again, marking a significant return to the club's former ground, according to Charles Watts.

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North Bank News desk
Club · 36d ago

Arsenal will be returning to Highbury Stadium for a match, a development noted by journalist Charles Watts. This marks a rare occasion for the North London club to play at their historic former home, which served as Arsenal's stadium from 1913 until 2006 before the move to Emirates Stadium.

The specific details surrounding the fixture, such as the opponent, date, or competition, were not provided in Watts' tweet. However, the prospect of the Gunners playing at Highbury again has generated interest among fans, given the stadium's deep historical significance to the club.

Highbury was converted into residential apartments known as Highbury Square following Arsenal's relocation. Any match played there would likely be a special event, potentially involving a youth team, women's team, or a commemorative fixture, rather than a senior men's team competitive game.

Reporting compiled by North Bank News from our trusted network of Arsenal sources.
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