Mercedes has announced the reveal date for their 2026 F1 car, the Mercedes-AMG F1 W17 E PERFORMANCE, with renders to be released on January 22 and a digital season launch show on February 2, featuring team leaders and drivers, as they aim to return to championship contention.
Xabi Alonso expressed his happiness with Alvaro Carreras' arrival and praised his performance, while reflecting on Real Madrid's recent 2-1 win over Mallorca, the team's progress in pre-season, and the importance of continuous improvement ahead of the Champions League. Alonso also commented on Kylian Mbappé's performance, emphasizing his potential to score more goals.
Tottenham faced Bayern Munich in a pre-season match, with Harry Kane scoring early and Romero expressing frustration over refereeing decisions; player ratings highlighted Romero's aggressive play and Bentancur as Tottenham's best in the first half.
Arsenal lost 2-3 to Villarreal in a pre-season match at Emirates Stadium, despite a strong first-half performance and goals from Pepe, Norgaard, and Odegaard, with Villarreal scoring three times and winning a penalty shootout afterward.
Estevao, a Brazilian international, has officially joined Chelsea after the club agreed on a transfer from Palmeiras in June 2024. The 18-year-old, who previously scored against Chelsea in the Club World Cup, has now completed his move and joined the squad for pre-season training. Chelsea fans can look forward to seeing him in action during upcoming matches against Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan.
Liverpool hosts Athletic Club at Anfield for a double-header pre-season match on August 4, 2025, with two different lineups to evaluate players ahead of the season. The games are streamed on DAZN and CBS Sports Golazo Network, featuring expected lineups with key signings and squad rotations, and serve as preparation for upcoming competitive fixtures.
Liverpool defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-1 in a friendly match, showcasing strong performances from their players, including young talents, with goals from Darwin Nunez, Harvey Elliott, and others, while preparing for upcoming matches.
Liverpool is currently streaming their double-header pre-season matches against Athletic Club at Anfield live on All Red Video and LFCTV, with games kicking off at 5pm and 8pm BST.
Tottenham's James Maddison suffered a serious knee injury during a pre-season match against Newcastle, which could be a recurrence of his previous injury, and this setback is a significant blow for the team ahead of the new season.
Tottenham's coach Thomas Frank discussed the emotional farewell of Son Heung-min in his final match for Tottenham, a 1-1 draw against Newcastle in Seoul, highlighting the emotional scenes and Son's departure, as well as the serious injury sustained by James Maddison, and praised young player Archie Gray's performance.
Son Heung-min is set to leave Tottenham after a final open training session in South Korea, where he received a warm farewell from fans. The session included a match, drills, and a humorous moment involving martial artist Choi Hong-man. Striker Dominic Solanke missed the session due to injury, and young player Will Lankshear impressed with his shooting skills, potentially earning a spot in the upcoming match against Newcastle.
In a pre-season match in Hong Kong, Tottenham Hotspur defeated Arsenal 1-0 with a long-range goal from Pape Matar Sarr. The game showcased tactical experiments like new set-piece routines by Arsenal, a shift in Arsenal's attacking style emphasizing quicker ball movement and more shots, and the return of key players White, Odegaard, and Saka. The match also highlighted individual performances, including Kudus' attacking threat and Sarr's decisive goal, as well as defensive moments like Raya's vulnerability to long-range shots.
Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee praised young winger Ethan Williams after his first senior goal in a 4-1 win over Bournemouth during their US tour, highlighting Williams' promising development and the club's supportive environment.
Arsenal's final pre-season match in Hong Kong ended in a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, with Pape Sarr scoring the only goal after a controversial refereeing decision. Despite strong efforts and multiple chances, Arsenal couldn't find an equalizer, concluding their Asia Tour with a loss before returning to London for upcoming competitive fixtures.
Liverpool secured a 3-1 victory over Yokohama F. Marinos in a pre-season friendly, with goals from Wirtz, Nyoni, and Ngumoha, despite a late goal from Yokohama's Uenaka. The match showcased Liverpool's strong possession and attacking efforts, with notable performances from Gakpo, Szoboszlai, and young player Ngumoha, highlighting their readiness for the upcoming season.