Arsenal mark Rememberance Day with Poppy on shirt

Arsenal wore poppies on their Nike home shirt in the 2-1 win over Manchester United on Saturday, the day before Remembrance Sunday in England. Arsenal Chairman, Peter Hill-Wood told Arsenal.com: “The players are very proud to wear this shirt and remember those who’ve given their lives for our freedom.  We hope these very special shirts can raise vital funds for those who have served and are currently serving in the Armed Forces.”

Following Saturday’s match, all the shirts were signed by the players and will be raffled and auctione in aid of The Royal British Legion and Help for Heroes who provide support to servicemen and their families. Samir Nasri scored twice for Arsenal in the Premier League win and is pictured below in the Poppy Day kit, his shirt is likely to be the most in demand: