Premier League clubs are gearing up for the upcoming season with a packed schedule of pre-season friendlies, spanning the globe from Hong Kong to New York. While the official Premier League restart is August 21, several teams, including AFC Bournemouth, Arsenal, and Aston Villa, begin their summer campaigns before the World Cup final.

Matches will feature a mix of international and domestic opponents. For instance, Chelsea faces Western Sydney Wanderers and Tottenham in Sydney, while Manchester United takes on Atletico Madrid in Stockholm and Paris St-Germain in Gothenburg. Liverpool will face Leeds United in Chicago, and Everton plays Newcastle in Edinburgh.

These fixtures offer managers a vital opportunity to assess their squads, integrate new signings, and fine-tune tactics before the competitive season begins. The varied locations also provide commercial opportunities and fan engagement opportunities worldwide.