Arsenal host Athletic Club in their final pre-season friendly before the start of a new Premier League campaign.
Mikel Arteta’s side have not been at their best in pre-season and have lost back-to-back games against Tottenham and Villareal.
And the Gunners will hope to get back to their best ahead of their league curtain raiser away at Manchester United next weekend.
The north London side may rotate from Wednesday’s defeat to Villareal, with summer signing Noni Madueke potentially in line for his first start for the club.
Metro’s LIVE matchday blog will bring you all the build-up, confirmed team news and starting XIs, goal updates and minute-by-minute coverage.
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August 9, 2025 3:40 pm
Is Arsenal vs Athletic Club on TV?
Ben Fleming
This afternoon’s clash will not be televised in the United Kingdom, although you can watch the action on Arsenal.com and the club’s official app.
If not, don’t worry – we’ll have all the updates for you right here!
August 9, 2025 3:35 pm
Arsenal vs Athletic Club kick-off time
Ben Fleming
Arsenal’s clash with Athletic Club kicks off at 5pm BST.
August 9, 2025 3:27 pm
Good afternoon!
Ben Fleming
Hello and welcome to Metro’s live coverage of the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Athletic Club.
Stay with us for all the team news, build-up and match updates from the Emirates Stadium.
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