What does the cryptic crossword clue "Versus Arsenal, initially gets extra time (7)" mean?

The definition is "Versus". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (first_letter="Arsenal,") + GAINS (synonym="gets") + T (abbreviation="time") = AGAINST; definition: "Versus" The answer is AGAINST.

Versus Arsenal, initially gets extra time (7)

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