United State treads as a host country Major sporting events All over the world, after organizing America’s Cup It will soon be one of the headquarters of the world Cup From 2026 to Olympic Games 2028 in Los Angeles, will host a Friendly series “Top level” pre-season training with some of Europe’s top football teams.
Many of Europe’s top football teams will be heading to the United States for their summer tours and there will be high-profile clashes between giants such as Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal, real madrid, Barcelona And AC Milanamong others. These are some of the clubs that will participate in these meetings. It is expected that after America’s CupThere around 30 friendly matches On North American soil.
And if we take into account those confirmed, there is a high participation of teams. Premier Leaguewith 9 of 20 clubs From the wonderful English Premier League. In addition, August 3 will be the date of the schedule, since the matches Manchester United, Liverpool And Barcelonawhile real madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea And Inter Miami They also have games scheduled on close dates.
Last year, during the pre-season, the classic Spanish league match between Barcelona And real madrid in Las vigas Attracted More than 60 thousand spectators. for this summer at a rate 50,000 spectators per matchwhich had a huge impact in terms of audience and economy for the United States.
On the other hand, it is estimated that the entries, with a Average cost $200can be generated around it American dollar 600 million Overall, without taking into account the continued activity of the American League, which also recorded record attendance numbers, these events confirm the growing popularity of soccer in the United States and its ability to attract large audiences and large amounts of revenue.
Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United They confirmed that they will implement the preparatory season in United State In the summer of 2024. These three clubs are all part of the so-called “big six” in the league. Premier LeagueThey will play friendly matches against each other in three different cities: Los Angeles, Philadelphia, North CarolinaThe start of these matches will be on July 27 with a match between them. Arsenal And Manchester United in it Sophie’s playground Angels.
The second match of this round will be held on July 31. Arsenal Before Liverpool in Philadelphiathe club that will start a new stage without him. yourgen clubThe tour will conclude on August 3rd at Williams Brice Stadium in North Carolina With the confrontation between Manchester United And Liverpool.
It is important to note that many football players may be absent due to their participation in international tournaments such as the World Cup. Euro Cup Wave America’s Cupwhich could affect the availability of players for the pre-season. Furthermore, Paris 2024 Olympic Games They can also affect the absence of young players.
The recent trend of holding preseasons in the United States has been reinforced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, teams like Chelsea, Brighton, Aston Villa I participated in this event american premier league seriesOne of the most notable meetings was between Manchester United And Arsenal in it MetLife Stadium in Los AngelesWhich was attended by nearly 80 thousand spectators, according to international media reports.
Barcelona It will also be present in the 2024 edition and will have its classic with Real Madrid, which will have its stars strengthened. Kylian MbappeNext Sunday, August 4th at MetLife Stadium From New Jersey.
There will also be an Argentine presence with Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United), Lisandro Martinez (Manchester United), Julian Alvarez (city of manchester), Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) and Alexis McAllister (Liverpool).
Schedule of European Club Friendly Matches in the United States:
Wednesday, July 24:
– Manchester City vs Celtic (North Carolina)
Friday, July 26:
– Liverpool vs Betis (Pittsburgh)
Saturday, July 27:
– Arsenal vs. Manchester United (Sophie Stadium, Los Angeles)
– Manchester City vs. Milan (New York)
Wednesday, July 31:
– Manchester City vs Barcelona (Orlando)
– Manchester United vs. Betis (Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego)
– Liverpool vs Arsenal (Lincoln Financial Stadium, Philadelphia)
Thursday, August 1:
– Real Madrid vs Milan (Chicago)
Saturday, August 3:
– Manchester United vs. Liverpool (Williams Press Stadium, South Carolina)
– Manchester City vs Chelsea (Ohio Stadium, Columbus)
Sunday, August 4:
– Barcelona vs Real Madrid (New Jersey)
Tuesday, August 6:
– Barcelona vs Milan (Baltimore)
Wednesday, August 7:
– Real Madrid vs Chelsea (Charlotte)
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