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AC Milan suffered a 4-1 defeat to Chelsea in their final pre-season friendly, with Coubis and Tomori notably struggling, while other players showed mixed performances. The match highlighted defensive issues and individual errors, especially from Coubis who received a red card, impacting the team's overall display.
Arsenal hosts Villarreal in a pre-season friendly at the Emirates on August 6, 2025, with the game available for live streaming on Arsenal.com and the Arsenal app for £4.99, featuring new signings and player debuts as both teams prepare for the upcoming season.
Tottenham faced Newcastle in a pre-season friendly in South Korea, with Son Heung-min potentially playing his last game for Spurs. Tottenham took an early lead through Brennan Johnson, but Newcastle equalized. Player ratings highlighted solid performances from several Spurs players, with Son involved but not scoring. The match served as a significant farewell for Son, amid ongoing transfer talks.
Manchester United's new signing Diego Leon impressed in a friendly against Leeds, showing promise as a young full-back, while veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton made key saves to secure a goalless draw. The match highlighted Leon’s potential and the team's ongoing development ahead of the new season.
Real Madrid and AC Milan will face each other in a pre-season friendly at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. The match will be broadcasted on ESPN, EPSN+, FOX, fubo, and Sling TV in the United States. Real Madrid's new signing Jude Bellingham is expected to make his debut, while Milan will be without several players. Kick-off is at 10 pm EDT.
Yokohama F Marinos will face Manchester City in a pre-season friendly match at the Japan National Stadium. Marinos are coming off a 6-4 win against Celtic and will be looking to continue their good form. Manchester City, fresh off their Champions League victory, will be making their return to sporting action. The match will be broadcasted on CITY+ in the United States, with kick-off at 6 am EDT. Team news includes potential lineup changes for both teams, with Riyad Mahrez omitted from the City squad and Kevin De Bruyne still recovering from injury.
Chelsea will face Brighton in a pre-season friendly as part of the Premier League Summer Series. The match will be played at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, United States. Fans in the US can watch the game on Peacock. Chelsea's Reece James is expected to feature, while Brighton's Moises Caicedo may stay at the club despite Chelsea's interest.
Mason Mount is set to make his first appearance for Manchester United in a pre-season friendly against Leeds United. The 24-year-old midfielder, who recently joined from Chelsea, has been included in the 26-man squad for the match. Mount's versatility, goal threat, and ability to lead the press make him an attractive addition to the team. Other key players like Raphael Varane, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Fred, and Jadon Sancho could also feature in the game.