Pre-season has begun for several teams across. This means preparation for next season is underway, with many of Europe's top clubs warming up with interesting friendlies.
The month of July brings a number of standout fixtures, with the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Barcelona, Liverpool, and Atletico gearing up for eye-catching showdowns. Here are the top friendlies to watch this month.
Leeds vs Man UTD on July 17
Man United have dominated the headlines but for all the wrong reasons, as star player Paul Pogba is pushing for an Old Trafford exit. Romelu Lukaku has also been linked with a move away and it remains to be seen whether they will still be at the club in time for this friendly. Nonetheless, it should be an interesting tie as Solskjaer is preparing his team for a push to return to the Champions League.
Dortmund vs Liverpool on July 19
The reigning champions of Europe will face a tricky test on July 19 when they take on Dortmund in a friendly. Klopp will cross paths with his former club but will be without many of his stars for this clash, given the participation of Salah and Mane in the African Cup of Nations and Van Dijk's UEFA Nations League role.
Barcelona vs Chelsea on July 23
Frank Lampard is preparing for his debut season as Chelsea boss. While the Englishman could have already secured his first win as manager by this game, this clash will Barcelona will be his first tough test. Hazard is gone, meaning the Blues will have to learn to cope without the Belgian superstar quick.
Arsenal vs Lyon on July 28
After the bitter ending to Arsenal's season that was the Europa League final defeat against Chelsea, Emery will be keen on a perfect start to the upcoming campaign. This game could see the return of their top stars as it's not a behind-the-door friendly against a low-tier side. A few players might get their debuts should they pull off signings before July 28, that is.
MLS All-Star vs Atletico on July 31
The annual MLS All-Star game will see the stars of Major League Soccer take on Atletico Madrid at the Orlando City Stadium on Wednesday, July 31. Antoine Griezmann won't likely be a Rojiblancos player by then but João Felix will likely be given the opportunity to show his worth in the USA. Don't miss this clash.
Other top friendlies to watch in July
JULY 11
Tranmere Rovers vs Liverpool
JULY 14
Bradford City vs Liverpool Charity Match
Rangers vs Olympique Marseille
JULY 16
Colorado Rapids vs Arsenal
PSG vs Dynamo Dresden
JUL 17
Leeds vs Man UTD
Seattle Sounders FC vs Borussia Dortmund
JUL 19
Kawasaki Frontale vs Chelsea
Everton vs Monaco
RB Leipzig vs Galatasaray
JUL 20
Vissel Kobe vs Barcelona
Monaco vs Valencia
JUL 21
Sevilla vs Liverpool
JUL 22
Fenerbahce vs Wolfsburg
JUL 24
Liverpool vs Sporting CP
JULY 27
Sevilla vs Everton
JUL 28
Reading vs Chelsea
Liverpool vs Napoli
JUL 30
Kristiansund vs Man UTD
JUL 31
Salzburg vs Chelsea
Lyon vs Liverpool
Angers SCO vs Arsenal
*Make sure to check out our dedicated page to international club friendly games for geo-localized broadcast listings.