Arsenal and Newcastle United lock horns this Sunday, July 27, at Singapore’s National Stadium in a pre-season friendly that promises Premier League tension in Southeast Asia's heat.

For Arteta, it’s another early test of his reshaped Gunners, while Eddie Howe’s Newcastle chase rhythm after a rocky start.

♻️ Arsenal vs Newcastle Key Stats 📊:

📊 Last Meeting: Arsenal win

📊 Arsenal’s pre-season form: W

📊 Newcastle’s pre-season form: L

📊 Arsenal have won 2 of their last 5 vs Newcastle

📊 Newcastle have won 3 of their last 5 vs Arsenal

📊 None of the last 7 games between them ended in a draw

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥:

Arsenal:

Arteta’s side looked sharp in their last outing and will aim to maintain momentum. The Gunners come in buzzing from a win over AC Milan despite a few injury absentees.

Arsenal’s young guns like Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly continue to shine, while Saka remains their prime threat.

Newcastle:

Howe’s men have yet to find their pre-season rhythm and  hope to recover from a humbling 4-0 loss to Celtic.

With Alexander Isak out injured, creative pressure fell heavily on Guimaraes and Elanga. With the Swedish reportedly wanting out of the club, the Magpies must find a way to score without him and also tighten up defensively after their Celtic collapse.

⚔️Head-to-Head⚔️

1️⃣Arsenal 1:0 Newcastle – 18 May, 2025|Premier League, Matchday 37

2️⃣Newcastle 2:0 Arsenal – 05 Feb, 2025|EFL Cup, Semifinals

3️⃣Arsenal 0:2 Newcastle – 07 Jan, 2025|EFL Cup, Semifinals

4️⃣Newcastle 1:0 Arsenal – 02 Nov, 2024|Premier League, Matchday 10

5️⃣Arsenal 4:1 Newcastle – 24 Feb, 2024|Premier League, Matchday 26

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥:

Arsenal (4-3-3):

Raya (GK); White, Saliba, Calafiori, Lewis-Skelly; Nwaneri, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Trossard

Newcastle (4-3-3):

Pope (GK); Trippier, Schar, Botman, Targett; Miley, Guimaraes, Willock; Elanga, Osula, Gordon

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀:

🔹 Bukayo Saka – Fresh off a winner vs Milan, Saka will look to exploit Newcastle’s full-backs.

🔹 Bruno Guimaraes – With Isak sidelined, he’s the heartbeat of Newcastle’s build-up and counterattacks.

🔹 Declan Rice vs Willock – A midfield duel between two industrious engines.

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵:

💵 Arsenal Win = 1.56 ✅

💵 Newcastle Win = 5.00 ✅

💵 Draw = 4.20 ✅

💵 Over 3.5 total goals = 1.58 ✅

Injury Concerns 🚑:

Arsenal will be without Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, and Jurrien Timber. Newcastle misses Alexander Isak.

With both teams testing new combinations and sharpening tactical edges, expect a high-paced, technically crisp encounter under Singapore’s roofed dome.

Arsenal aim to stretch their edge over a Newcastle side still searching for answers. But pre-season brings surprises — this one might be closer than many expect.

 

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Al Ittihad and Fenerbahce meet on Wednesday in Albufeira, Portugal, in what promises to be a heavyweight friendly. For Benzema, it’s a return to action, while for his former coach, Mourinho, it’s another step in shaping his Turkish giants.

This is only the second meeting between the two clubs, with both teams trying to get some much-needed match fitness.

♻️ Al Ittihad vs Fenerbahce Key Stats 📊:

📊 Head-to-head: Al Ittihad 0 wins, Fenerbahce 0 wins, Draws 1

📊 Last meeting: 1–1 (draw)

📊 Al Ittihad have won their last seven matches

📊 Fenerbahce are on a three-match winning streak

📊 Al Ittihad’s last competitive loss: March 2025

📊 Fenerbahce have won both pre-season friendlies in Portugal

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥:

Fenerbahce:

Jose Mourinho’s side is still in testing mode but already showing signs of steel. Fenerbahce are unbeaten in Portugal this summer after two friendlies against Portimonense and Uniao de Leiria.

Wins over the two local sides have boosted morale. From a Mourinho side, one can expect intensity and solidity at the back from the start.

Al Ittihad:

 

It’s their first pre-season test, but expectations are sky-high. Karim Benzema is back and remains the focal point of the attack. Even at 36, he looks hungry.

Kante and Fabinho are expected to control the middle, while faces like Bergwijn and Aouar bring creativity. The Saudi champions will want to pick up right where they left off.

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥:

Fenerbahce (4-2-3-1):

Livakovic (GK); Müldür, Carlos, Oosterwolde, Brown; Amrabat, Fred; Ünder, Szymanski, Aydin; En Nesyri.

Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1):

Rajkovic (GK); Al-Shanqiti, Al-Amri, Pereira, Mitaj; Kante, Fabinho; Diaby, Aouar, Bergwijn; Benzema.

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀:

 

🔹 En Nesyri – Mourinho’s one-man go-to finisher will be haunting for prey.

🔹 Karim Benzema – Fresh off a break, still lethal in the box.

🔹 Fred vs Fabinho – Battle of Brazilian midfield generals.

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵:

 

💵 Home (Fenerbahce) Win =  1.74 ✅

💵 Away (Al Ittihad) Win = 4.00 ✅

💵 Draw = 3.85 ✅

💵 Over 3.5 total goals = 3.50 ✅

While it is a pre-season friendly, it’s also a test of sharpness, structure, and star power. Fenerbahce want to launch their season with a statement under Mourinho.

Al Ittihad want to keep the momentum from last season’s Saudi league-winning campaign. Portugal hosts two giants — only one will leave with bragging rights.

 

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