The Premier League clubs are gearing up for their pre-season matches ahead of the official start on 21 August 2026. As the World Cup unfolds, teams are set to compete in friendly matches across various global locations. This article details the upcoming fixtures for each club, highlighting when and where they will play.
Arsenal's Pre-season Schedule
Arsenal kicks off their pre-season with a match against Girona on 1 August at Estadi Montilivi in Girona. Following this, they will face Real Betis on 5 August in Dublin, and Borussia Dortmund on 9 August at the Emirates Stadium in London. The Gunners will also play Manchester City in the Community Shield on 16 August at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Aston Villa's Upcoming Matches
Aston Villa will begin their pre-season on 21 July against Walsall at Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium. They have several fixtures lined up, including a match against Real Sociedad on 28 July and a clash with Bayern Munich on 7 August in Hong Kong. Their last pre-season match will be against Borussia Monchengladbach on 15 August.
