Arsenal are preparing for another season as their hunt for major silverware continues. Mikel Arteta’s side are hoping it will be fourth-time-lucky after successive second-place finishes in the Premier League.
But before they can get their new top-flight campaign underway, some pre-season fixtures have been arranged to help the Gunners hit the ground running in August.
So who will they face before they kick off against Manchester United on the opening weekend? Here is a rundown of their confirmed pre-season fixtures so far, including how to watch and kick-off times.
Arsenal’s pre-season fixtures
Arsenal have five pre-season fixtures in the diary, with two against Premier League rivals in Asia. They begin with two matches at Singapore’s National Stadium in late July, with Milan and Newcastle United their opponents.
This is followed by a north London derby in Hong Kong, which will see Mikel Arteta come face to face with Thomas Frank for the first time since his switch to Tottenham Hotspur.
Arsenal then start a double-header at home, with Villarreal visiting the capital for a friendly in N5.
The Emirates Cup will also return in the form of a one-off friendly at the Emirates Stadium in August, with Athletic Club their opponents.
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Kick-off time (UK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 23rd July | Milan (W 1-0) | National Stadium, Singapore | 12.30pm |
| Sun 27th July | Newcastle (W 3-2) | National Stadium, Singapore | 12.30pm |
| Thu 31st July | Tottenham (L 0-1) | Kai Tak Sports Park, Hong Kong | 12.30pm |
| Wed 6th August | Villarreal (L 2-3) | Emirates Stadium, London | 6pm |
| Sat 9th August | Athletic Club (W 3-0) | Emirates Stadium, London | 5pm |
Where to watch Arsenal’s pre-season matches
Of Arsenal’s three confirmed pre-season matches, no TV information has been released. Arsenal has shown its pre-season on its website for a one-off fee or as part of a bundle, while Emirates Cup matches have been shown on TV in the past.
This section will be updated if this changes, along with any additions to their pre-season programme.
Arsenal’s 2025/26 Premier League fixtures
Arsenal’s Premier League fixtures were revealed on 18th June, with the Gunners being handed a trip to Old Trafford on the opening day.
Their first six games of the new campaign will see them take on five of last season’s top seven, including trips to Anfield and St James’ Park.
The new season gets underway on Sunday 17th August, with their clash against Manchester United selected for TV coverage by Sky Sports.
Note: All fixtures are subject to change.
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Kick-off time (UK) | Live on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 17th August | Man Utd | A | 4.30pm | Sky Sports |
| Sat 23rd August | Leeds | H | 5.30pm | Sky Sports |
| Sun 31st August | Liverpool | A | 4.30pm | Sky Sports |
| Sat 13th September | Nottingham Forest | H | 12.30pn | TNT Sports |
| Sun 21st September | Man City | H | 4.30pm | Sky Sports |
| Sun 28th September | Newcastle | A | 4.30pm | Sky Sports |
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