Arsenal vs AC Milan: Pre-Season Friendly Preview
Singapore National Stadium, Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Introduction
Arsenal and AC Milan face off today in a highly anticipated pre-season friendly at the National Stadium in Singapore, kicking off the 2025 Singapore Festival of Football. This match marks Arsenal’s return to Singapore after seven years and AC Milan’s debut in the city-state, creating a buzz among football fans eager for top-tier European action.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
- Venue: National Stadium, Singapore
- Event: Singapore Festival of Football
Kick-off Times
| Location | Time |
|---|---|
| Singapore | 7:30 PM |
| UK (BST) | 12:30 PM |
| US (ET) | 7:30 AM |
| US (PT) | 4:30 AM |
Match Context
This fixture launches the latest edition of the Singapore Festival of Football, featuring Arsenal, AC Milan, and Newcastle United. Both clubs will use the match to:
- Test out new signings
- Integrate youth prospects
- Build fitness and try new tactics ahead of the 2025-26 season
Team News
Arsenal
- Manager: Mikel Arteta
- Notable Signings:
- Kepa Arrizabalaga (Chelsea)
- Christian Norgaard (Brentford)
- Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
- Noni Madueke (Chelsea, debut delayed)
- Injuries & Youth:
- Gabriel Jesus out (ACL injury)
- Viktor Gyokeres move pending
- Possible debut for 15-year-old Max Dowman
- Martin Odegaard expected to captain
Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Merino; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli
AC Milan
- Manager: Massimiliano Allegri
- Key Squad Updates:
- Luka Modric absent after Club World Cup
- Departures: Tijjani Reijnders, Theo Hernandez
- New talent: Samuele Ricci (midfield), Rafael Leao and Noah Okafor (attack)
- Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Maignan; Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlovic, Terracciano/Bartesaghi; Loftus-Cheek, Ricci, Musah; Saelemaekers, Leao, Pulisic
Why This Match Matters
- Festival Opener: Kicks off the 2025 Singapore Festival of Football
- Regional Excitement: Draws thousands of fans across Asia
- Historic Firsts: Arsenal returns to Singapore since 2018; AC Milan’s first visit
Both teams will experiment with tactics, test new signings, and give youth players a chance to impress.
How to Watch
- United States: Fubo, Paramount+, CBS Sports Network
- UK: Arsenal TV (subscription)
- Italy: Milan TV
- India: FanCode
- Global: ESPN, Arsenal and Milan official digital channels
Historical Head-to-Head
- Recent Encounters: Arsenal has the upper hand in the last few meetings
- Last Match: Arsenal 2-1 AC Milan (friendly, December 2022)
- Competitive History: Regular clashes in European competitions
Summary
Arsenal vs AC Milan in Singapore promises exciting football, new signings, and a festival atmosphere—an unmissable start to the 2025-26 pre-season for fans in Asia and around the world.