Arsenal and Tottenham will face off in a pre-season friendly in Hong Kong, marking the first time the North London derby will be played outside the United Kingdom.
The match is scheduled for July 31 at the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium, which can hold 50,000 fans.
This high-profile fixture will be a key part of both teams’ preparations for the upcoming season. Arsenal’s managing director described the match as a major opportunity for players and fans to experience the derby in a unique setting.
Liverpool and AC Milan will also feature in the Hong Kong tournament, playing at the same venue on July 26. Their match will be a nostalgic rematch of the famous 2005 Champions League final, where Liverpool staged a dramatic comeback to win on penalties.
Liverpool, currently leading the Premier League, could arrive in Hong Kong as champions. After their visit, the club will continue its pre-season tour in Japan, though exact dates have not been announced.
The Hong Kong government recently opened a $3.85 billion sports park, with Kai Tak Stadium as its centerpiece. The venue hosted its first major event, the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens, drawing over 110,000 spectators.
Hosting these high-profile matches is part of Hong Kong’s broader efforts to attract international events and boost tourism. The city has been working to recover its global reputation after years of political unrest and strict COVID-19 restrictions that significantly reduced visitor numbers.