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'He had a really good performance' - Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hails backup goalkeeper Karl Hein after penalty heroics in Los Angeles friendly against Bournemouth

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With both David Raya and Aaron Ramsdale on a break after their respective national teams, Spain and England, reached the Euro 2024 final, Hein finds himself as the senior goalkeeper on Arsenal's three-match tour in the United States. And the Estonian shot-stopper put his best foot forward to impress <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/live/arsenal-transfer-news-and-rumours-today/bltf2c8f2dd89b3bb64" target="_blank">Arteta in the pre-season friendly</a> against the Cherries.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The match at Dignity Health Sports Park culminated in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw with Fabio Vieira scoring for the Gunners in the 18th minute. However, it was Hein, who emerged as the hero, saving penalties from Philip Billing and Ryan Christie, ultimately securing a 5-4 victory for Arsenal in the shootout.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Arteta was delighted with Hein's performance and stated: "I'm very happy for him. Obviously, he had to be really patient and wait for his opportunity. He came back from his holidays really sharp and prepared; he knew that he had big games ahead of him and he started tonight, and I think he had a really good performance."

WHAT ARTETA SAID

Despite his impressive showing, a decision regarding Hein's future at the club looms large. The 22-year-old Estonia international signed a long-term contract extension in the summer, but the arrival of England youth international Tommy Setford from Ajax suggests Hein might be loaned out to gain regular playing time."That's the conversation we are having," said Arteta."Obviously, David and Aaron are away at the moment and we are really really short in that position, but we want to develop our players - especially a player like Karl who has big potential and a big future ahead of him. He needs to play games, so we're going to explore that option as well."

DID YOU KNOW?

Hein's penalty shootout heroics against Bournemouth have highlighted his potential and readiness to step up when needed. As Arsenal continue their pre-season preparations, the youngster will get another opportunity to showcase his skills against Premier League giants Manchester United on July 27.

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'He had a really good performance' - Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hails backup goalkeeper Karl Hein after penalty heroics in Los Angeles friendly against Bournemouth | Goal.com

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hailed backup goalkeeper Karl Hein for his &quot;good performance&quot; after penalty heroics in a friendly against Bournemouth.

&apos;He had a really good performance&apos; - Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hails backup goalkeeper Karl Hein after penalty heroics in Los Angeles friendly against Bournemouth