Arsenal to face Sporting Lisbon in Europa League

Arsenal have been drawn to face Sporting Lisbon in the group stages of the Europa League.

The Gunners reached the semi-finals of the competition last season, and Unai Emery's side have been given a test in the form of the Portuguese side.

Pot three featured some strong teams, and the North London outfit have been presented with a trip to Azerbaijan to face Qarabag FK.

Arsenal have also been given a lengthy trip to face Ukrainian side Vorskla Poltava, who finished in third place in their domestic league last season.

The first matchday will take place on September 20.