Arsenal have released tickets for their pre-season match against Barcelona as part of the Soccer Champions Tour series.

An aeriel view of SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 19, 2022. (Photo by Daniel SLIM / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL SLIM/AFP via Getty Images)
An aeriel view of SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 19, 2022. (Photo by Daniel SLIM / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL SLIM/AFP via Getty Images)

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

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 13: A general view of the national anthem during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 13: A general view of the national anthem during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

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

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 13: Owner of the Los Angeles Rames Stan Kroenke holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 13: Owner of the Los Angeles Rames Stan Kroenke holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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:

  1. Thursday, July 13th, 19:00 – FC Nurnberg vs Arsenal
  2. Wednesday, July 19th, 04:30 – MLS All-Stars vs Arsenal
  3. Saturday, July 22nd, 22:00 – Arsenal vs Manchester United
  4. Wednesday, July 26th – Arsenal vs Barcelona
  5. Wednesday, August 2nd, 18:00 – Arsenal vs Monaco
  6. Sunday, August 6th – Arsenal vs Manchester City

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