Taking place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on 26th July, the match forms part of Arsenal’s comprehensive pre-season preparation for the 2023/24 season.
Arsenal gears up for pre-season match against Barcelona
The Arsenal men’s first team is set to play against Barcelona at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Wednesday, July 26. This pre-season encounter is part of the Soccer Champions Tour series, and tickets are already on sale.
The Barcelona match will be Arsenal’s third and final pre-season fixture in the United States, following their games against Manchester United in New Jersey on Saturday, July 22, and the MLS All-Stars in Washington DC on Wednesday, July 19.
Edu’s take on the upcoming Barcelona match
Sporting Director Edu expressed his enthusiasm for the pre-season plans. “Our match against Barcelona in Los Angeles is another great opportunity for Mikel and our men’s first-team squad to prepare for the exciting new season. We’re very proud to be playing at the fantastic SoFi Stadium, the home of the LA Rams, in what will be such a special occasion for everyone at our club,” he said.
The Soccer Champions Tour Series
The Soccer Champions Tour takes place between Saturday, July 22, and Wednesday, August 2.
The series features six of the world’s most iconic football clubs, including Arsenal, Barcelona, Real Madrid, AC Milan, Juventus, and Manchester United.
Host cities include New York, San Francisco, Dallas, Orlando, and Baltimore.
Get your tickets now
Tickets for the Arsenal vs. Barcelona match are available on general sale.
What do we know about the rest of Arsenal’s pre-season plans?
Arsenal’s Pre-Season Fixtures
Arsenal’s pre-season schedule is shaping up to be a thrilling spectacle. The reported fixtures so far include:
- Thursday, July 13th, 19:00 – FC Nurnberg vs Arsenal
- Wednesday, July 19th, 04:30 – MLS All-Stars vs Arsenal
- Saturday, July 22nd, 22:00 – Arsenal vs Manchester United
- Wednesday, July 26th – Arsenal vs Barcelona
- Wednesday, August 2nd, 18:00 – Arsenal vs Monaco
- Sunday, August 6th – Arsenal vs Manchester City
Times in BST
To stay updated with all the latest information and updates on Arsenal’s pre-season fixtures, make sure to check this post regularly.