Arsenal and Manchester United are set to meet in New York on their pre-season tours of the USA this weekend.
The Premier League rivals have already got their preparations for the new campaign underway and are now playing in the States.
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Mikel Arteta’s side face Man United following a clash with the MLS All-Stars but this will be the first of the the Red Devils’ four games across America.
Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber will continue to settle into the Gunners side while Andre Onana, whose signing is close to completion, could appear for the first time under Erik ten Hag.
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This friendly will take place on Saturday, July 22 at the MetLife Stadium in New York.
Kick-off in the USA is scheduled for 5pm local time which is 10pm in the UK.
The game will be broadcast live on MUTV which can be viewed on the United App or on manutd.com.
Fans can sign up to watch the game on MUTV for £7.99.
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Arsenal vs Manchester United: Team news
New signings Timber and Rice have both travelled to the USA while Inter Milan-linked Folarin Balogun was also on the plane.
Thomas Partey and Emile Smith Rowe will join the group later this week, with their participation in this game doubtful.
Kai Havertz will also feature in a strong Gunners squad.
As for Man United, Onana is looking to have his move completed in time to travel with his new teammates in the States.
If he doesn’t complete his medical or obtain a VISA in time, he will join up with the squad at a later date.
New signing Mount will play his part for the Red Devils while a new captain is likely to be named following Harry Maguire’s demotion.
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Arsenal vs Manchester United: What has been said?
Arsenal boss Arteta has previewed his side’s trip to the USA where they will face MLS All-Stars, Man United and Barcelona.
He said: “We’re going to play some big teams.
“It’s going to be really exciting from the support that we’re going to be having and playing in the stadiums, so we’re looking forward to it.”
Ahead of the tour, Maguire was told he will no longer be the Red Devils’ captain and the defender released a statement.
It read: “After discussions with the manager today he has informed me he is changing captain.
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“He outlined his reasons to me and whilst I’m personally extremely disappointed, I will continue to give my all every time I wear the shirt.
“So I wanted to say a massive thank you to the Manchester United fans for all their brilliant support whilst I’ve been wearing the armband.
“Since the day I took on the role, three-and-a-half years ago, it’s been a huge privilege to lead Manchester United and one of the proudest moments of my career to date. It’s one of the greatest honours in club football. I’ve done everything I possibly could to help United be successful – on and off the field.
“I will always be grateful to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for first giving me the responsibility and I wish whoever now takes it on every success and they will have my full support.”
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