Complete guide to Arsenal's pre-season tour ahead of the 2024-25 season…
Arsenal will be looking to challenge Manchester City for the Premier League title in the 2024-25 season. They were so close to winning the trophy but ended up in second place.
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The Gunners are already gearing up for the next season with a series of pre-season friendly matches. These games are a crucial part of the team’s preparation, offering a chance for the players to build their fitness and for the manager to experiment with tactics and formations.
The friendlies will also provide an opportunity for Arsenal’s new signings to integrate with the squad and for young prospects to make their case for inclusion in the first team. While the results of these matches do not count towards any official competition, they are far from insignificant. Each game is a step towards readiness for the upcoming season, a chance to iron out any issues, and an opportunity for the team to build momentum ahead of their campaign.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Arsenal's pre-season plans ahead of the 2024-25 season, plus ticket information, where to watch games live and more.
Getty ImagesArsenal 2024 pre-season fixtures & results
July 24Arsenal 1-1 Bournemouth10.30pm ET / 3.30am BSTHealth Sports Park, LAJuly 27Arsenal 2-1 Manchester United8pm ET / 1am BST (July 28)SoFi Stadium, LAJuly 31Arsenal 1-2 Liverpool7.30pm ET / 12.30am BST (Aug 1)Lincoln Financial Field, PhiladelphiaAug 7Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen1pm ET / 6pm BSTEmirates StadiumAug 11Arsenal vs Lyon9am ET / 2pm BSTEmirates Stadium
Arsenal kickstarted their tour of the US with a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth, which was followed by a 2-1 victory against Manchester United in Los Angeles. Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli scored for the Gunners to secure victory.
Just a few days later, on July 31, 2024, the Gunners then went up against Arne Slot's Liverpool at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, falling to a rather disappointing 2-1 defeat.
The Gunners will wrap up their pre-season at home, with games against Bayer Leverkusen and Lyon at the Emirates Stadium.
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Tickets for Arsenal's pre-season fixtures are available to buy now.
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How to watch Arsenal pre-season games on TV & livestream online
TV details have not yet been confirmed for all of Arsenal's pre-season games. Some of the games should be available to watch on the official website of the club.
Arsenal vs Bournemouth will be shown live on ESPN+ in the US. The Gunners' friendly games against Liverpool and Manchester United will be shown live on ESPN, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and Sling.
Watch this space as we will update the TV and streaming details for the pre-season matches as soon as they are confirmed.
When does the 2024-25 season start for Arsenal?
The Premier League 2024/25 season dates have already been confirmed. The campaign will begin on August 17, 2024.
Arsenal will begin their new season at home against Wolves. Kick-off for that opening game is at 3pm BST.
Arsenal 2024-25 season: Full Premier League schedule, key dates & ticket details available here.