NEW YORK: Two iconic football clubs – Manchester United and Arsenal – will meet for the first time in the U.S. on July 22 at the MetLife Stadium, New York.
Manchester United and Arsenal are among the most famous and successful clubs in English football, with 114 major trophies between them and a long history of thrilling and intensely competitive encounters.
However, they have never played each other before in the U.S. This match will offer fans an unprecedented opportunity to witness the storied rivalry between these powerhouse clubs in action.
The rivalry between these clubs stretches back over a century, with both teams boasting a rich heritage of success and a roster of iconic players such as David Beckham, Thierry Henry, and Cristiano Ronaldo. Today, these two teams feature top current players, including Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, and Casemiro for United, and Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, and American goalkeeper Matt Turner for Arsenal.
“Manchester United versus Arsenal is one the most famous and anticipated fixtures in the English football calendar and supporters from both clubs understand how big the rivalry between the two sides is. It’s great to be able to bring this match to New York and play in front of what I am sure will be a sell-out crowd,” said Manchester United’s Football director, John Murtough.
The game marks the start of a two-week tour of the U.S. by United, marking the first time in five years that the Red Devils have played in America, and the first time in 12 years in New York. Arsenal last visited the U.S. in 2022.
Arsenal legend Edu, now Sporting director at the London club, added, “The competitive matches over the years between Arsenal and Manchester United have been some of the most memorable encounters ever in world football. Bringing this historic matchup to New York in July is a unique opportunity for supporters in the U.S. to witness a high-quality match in a great stadium.”
Tom Braun, AEG senior vice president of Soccer & Business Operations and Business Development, shared their enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to bring this historic matchup to the United States, offering soccer fans the unique opportunity to witness two of the world’s greatest soccer clubs go head-to-head. This milestone event not only showcases the best of soccer but also the unwavering passion of its fans.”
Ron VanDeVeen, MetLife Stadium president & CEO, commented, “We are honored to host this historic match between Manchester United and Arsenal, two of the world’s most storied soccer clubs. We look forward to providing an unforgettable experience for the passionate fans who will come from near and far to witness this once-in-a-lifetime event.”
Exclusive pre-sale tickets will be available starting Tuesday, May 2, with general on-sale ticket access beginning on Thursday, May 4. All fans can sign up at www.OldRivalsNewYork.com for access to the pre-sale.
