#match-preview

#match-preview

Arsenal will look to build on last weekend's 1-0 win at Manchester United when they host newly promoted Leeds at the Emirates this evening. Mikel Arteta's side were not at their best at Old Trafford but still managed to claim the three points thanks to Riccardo Calafiori's first-half goal. Leeds arrive in North London in good spirits after marking their return to the top flight with a 1-0 win over Everton on Monday night.

Neither side were victorious in their respective fixtures across the opening weekend of the 2025-26 campaign, but there should be cause for optimism in both camps. When the two sides met in the league last season, it was the Red Devils who triumphed on both occasions, but only by the slenderest of margins. Although, Marco Silva and company did have the last laugh by beating Man United on penalties in the FA Cup fifth round and will be looking to inflict more misery on Ruben Amorim's side.

Monterrey experienced a damaging 3-2 defeat against Cincinnati in their Leagues Cup opener, placing immense pressure on them to respond in their following match against New York.

"Aberdeen are likely to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation against Celtic. Mitov will be in goal for the home team and will have Jensen, Milne, Knoester and Shinnie in front of him in defence."

Inter Miami and FC Cincinnati will meet for the second time in less than two weeks, following a 3-0 defeat for Miami in their last encounter.

Corinthians have struggled since their last title, achieving only two Copa Libertadores qualifications in the past eight years while currently sitting 10th with 16 points in Serie A.

Fredrikstad have come crashing back down to earth in what has been a woeful fashion, failing to win any of their previous seven appearances across all competitions.

England's first job is to get a decent score on the board. Their second is to work out a way to winkle the imperious Shubman Gill out. Stokes and McCullum have supposedly ordered a livelier pitch than we saw at Headingley and Edgbaston but we'll see what the curator has been able to produce in about twenty minutes. There is a slight green tinge to the wicket at the moment.

Eastern Suburbs, after a 2-1 win over Brisbane Roar's U21s, seeks to build on this as they face their defensive troubles this season, with only one win in six matches.

The champions England begin the defence of their title against France, fourth favourites to lift the trophy and the biggest nation in this tournament never to win a major international prize.

Spain have only gone from strength to strength as they continue to underline their status as the greatest women's side from across the globe. Last seen in competitive action claiming an impressive 2-1 victory against England, La Roja open their European adventure on Thursday night pencilled in as the standout title contender.

HJK are seeking an immediate response after a recent 3-0 defeat to KuPS, aiming to maintain their strong form with only one loss in 13 games.

Italy's pressure mounts as they seek redemption after their Nations League exit and early European Championship elimination. Norway, with a free-scoring attack, stands in their way.

If Tom Farrell has one of his nights tonight and the lineout operates, they have a chance, but with Eben Etzebeth and Siya Kolisi in the team, you need to be perfect.

Metz missed a chance for a first-leg advantage but ended their Ligue 2 campaign with a thrilling 3-2 win, showing their potential for upsets.

Arne Slot emphasized that the team is focusing on maintaining their form and looking ahead to the crucial match against Brighton, stating, "It's essential to carry our momentum into this game, as every point counts during this stage of the season."

Liverpool's title has sparked debates around its merit, but a win over Arsenal could solidify their accomplishments and push their points tally into the 90s.