Midfielder Jack Wilshere and defenders Sead Kolašinac and Calum Chambers were each partnered with a canine companion and given the chance to prove their dog-handling skills against the clock.
As the Official Tyre Partner to Arsenal Football Club, Cooper Tire Europe is known for its long-standing series of player challenges, which are created especially for the fans.
Bosnian left-back Kolašinac was partnered with Battersea dog ‘Woody’, Calum Chambers with rescue dog ‘Buddy’ and Wilshere teamed up with the aptly named cross-breed ‘Cheeky’.
Each player was challenged to lead their respective dogs around a custom-built dog agility course, with obstacles made from Cooper Zeon 4XS Sport tyres, designed for the medium and large SUVs.
The challenge finished with three attempts to kick a ball through a tyre hanging from the crossbar – with the clock stopping if the ball went through the tyre or after three unsuccessful attempts.
Cooper Tire Europe marketing communications manager Sarah McRoberts said, “Congratulations to Calum Chambers and Buddy on winning our latest player challenge. It was wonderful to see the dog-loving players in their element away from the pitch with their canine partners. Jack did very well to tame the suitably named ‘Cheeky’ but, ultimately, Calum’s determination and empathy with ‘Buddy’ shone through and got them a deserved win. As the end of yet another season approaches, Cooper wishes Arsenal the best of luck in the club’s remaining games.”
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