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As we step into August, competitive football will soon be in full swing for Manchester United in the 2023/24 season. Erik ten Hag's side concluded their preparations during Tour 2023 in the United States last week, getting ready for the upcoming Premier League campaign that starts in less than two weeks. Before the Premier League commences, there are two remaining pre-season matches for our men's team. In addition, August's schedule includes a mix of friendly and competitive matches for the club's Academy sides.

It's hard to believe that the new season is already upon us, especially after the incredible efforts of the last season, but here we are, ready to embark on another exciting journey. As we gear up for the new campaign, there are two trophies to compete for before August comes to a close, and we'll be following all our teams closely here in the City Mag. So, what can you expect in this month's issue? Our main feature highlights new signing Mateo Kovacic,

The clash between the Reds and the Bundesliga champions will take place at the National Stadium, where the winners will be awarded the Singapore Trophy, presented by Audi and Standard Chartered Bank. Kick-off is scheduled for 12.30pm BST. Subscribers can enjoy the entire 90 minutes of this friendly encounter through our live stream on LFCTV and LFCTV GO. Don't miss out on this exciting match! Subscribe to LFCTV GO now and avail of a one-month free trial by using the code GOFREE23. Liverpool's

Mauricio Pochettino has shared his perspective on why Levi Colwill needs to compete for a spot in the Chelsea starting lineup. Despite being a highly talented defender, Colwill has only started one of our four pre-season matches, which could be partially attributed to his late integration into the squad due to England's Under-21 European Championships success. Pochettino expressed his satisfaction with Colwill's progress but issued a challenge to the young player to prove himself and earn his place in the team for the

In anticipation of the game against the Ligue 1 side, you can witness the players in action, both in the gym and on the training pitches, showcasing their dedication and determination. As the Community Shield approaches on Sunday, followed by the much-anticipated Premier League kick-off the following weekend, Mikel Arteta has been meticulously fine-tuning his players to ensure the best possible start to the campaign. However, amidst all the hard work, you can see from our pictures that there are plenty of smiles

Facing their Group B rivals, the host nation, Australia, needed a victory to secure advancement, and they delivered an impressive performance in front of a near-28,000-strong crowd in Melbourne. The Matildas wasted no time in taking the lead, with Hayley Raso of Real Madrid firing a shot into the bottom corner just nine minutes into the game. Raso added a second goal from a corner shortly before half-time, firmly establishing Australia's control over the match. In the second half, the Matildas continued their

She expresses her happiness at even a single new supporter who has never watched women's football before staying behind to witness their match at St. James' Park on Saturday. The team will be facing West Bromwich Albion Women in the late kick-off after the men's team plays against Fiorentina. Speaking ahead of the weekend tournament presented by VisitMalta, Langley sees this competition as an excellent opportunity for Newcastle Women to attract more fans. She hopes that even just one person discovering women's football

Dressed in a bright red suit, the renowned Afrobeats pioneer kicked off the show with his hit Reckless, captivating tens of thousands of fans with an impressive set design that incorporated the vibrant colors and traditional sounds of the continent. With his five studio albums, the 33-year-old artist delivered a powerful performance, showcasing recent big hits like Ginger, Mood, and Essence, along with older classics like Ojeulegba, Don’t Dull, and That’s My Baby. His seamless blend of English and Yaruba vocals had the

Diogo Dalot, who was part of the 11 changes made to the starting XI from the match against Real Madrid on Thursday, opened the scoring for the Reds with a superb curled effort. However, Erik ten Hag's team turned the game around before halftime, with Donyell Malen netting two quick goals. In the second half, Antony restored parity for Manchester United, but substitute Youssoufa Moukoko scored the decisive goal for Borussia Dortmund. The match was an exciting and competitive encounter, witnessed by 50,857

Coombs replaced the injured Keira Walsh during the first half of the Lionesses' hard-fought 1-0 win over Denmark, marking her sixth appearance for the national team and her first at the prestigious international tournament. Her path to World Cup stardom was not conventional, with eight years separating her second and third England appearances between 2015 and 2023. However, she relished the opportunity and appreciated the significance of the moment. Coombs recalled the mix of emotions when called to join the game, emphasizing that

The decision was made following the departures of Jordan Henderson and James Milner earlier in the summer. Klopp also emphasized the significance of the senior leadership group within the dressing room for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Speaking with Liverpoolfc.com at the team hotel in Singapore, Klopp expressed his thoughts on the appointment of Virgil van Dijk as captain. He described it as an easy decision, considering that van Dijk possesses all the qualities required to be a captain of a football club. Besides

The French forward has impressed during the Blues' summer tour of America and has spoken about how well he has adapted to the group and the coaching of Mauricio Pochettino. With such a strong start, Nkunku is now eager to carry his fine form into the Premier League opener against Liverpool in a couple of weeks. After Chelsea's victory over Fulham in Maryland, Nkunku expressed his satisfaction, stating that winning games has boosted the team's confidence, which is crucial ahead of the new

A legendary figure who served both clubs with distinction. Arsène Wenger, who was recently honored with a statue outside Emirates Stadium, holds an iconic place in Monaco's history as well. He spent seven successful years as their manager from 1987 to 1994. In his very first season, he led Monaco to victory in the Ligue 1 title, establishing them as one of the top three clubs in French football. Under his management, Monaco also won the Coupe de France and reached the final

Over the weekend, four promising West Ham United prospects showcased their talents while on loan at their respective clubs. Nathan Trott's Vejle BK, who earned promotion last season, faced a tough challenge in their return to the Danish Superliga against reigning champions FC Copenhagen. Despite putting up a strong fight, Vejle suffered a 3-2 defeat, with Trott conceding a second-half penalty by Diogo Gonçalves. Meanwhile, Krisztián Hegyi, another goalkeeper on loan, made his second pre-season appearance for Stevenage as they secured an impressive

The French forward initially joined the Magpies from OGC Nice in 2019 and went on to make a total of 124 appearances for the club. During his time at Newcastle, he scored 13 goals and provided 21 assists. In his debut season in the Premier League, Saint-Maximin played a pivotal role in helping the team secure a 13th-placed finish. In the subsequent seasons, the Magpies finished 12th and 11th, with his contributions being crucial to the team's performances. During the last season, Saint-Maximin

In the Tour 2023 match against the Bundesliga outfit, Diogo Dalot and Antony both scored, but Manchester United ended with a narrow loss. Onana, who played the second half of the game after replacing Tom Heaton, reflected on his second outing for United, stressing that the commitment and concentration he demands from his fellow players should be consistent throughout the entire squad. Speaking to MUTV after the game in Nevada, Onana said, "I demand a lot from my teammates because they also demand

In Sweden's impressive performance against Italy, Angeldahl played a significant role. Towards the end of the first half, Fowler thought she had scored her first goal of the tournament to double Australia's lead. However, after a lengthy VAR check, her goal was disallowed for an offside in the build-up. Nevertheless, Raso soon restored the two-goal advantage by calmly tapping home the ball following a corner. Fowler didn't let the disappointment of the disallowed goal affect her performance, as she scored the third goal

After five remarkable years with the club, the Brazilian midfielder has bid farewell to the Reds, as he completes a permanent transfer to Al-Ittihad. Here, we showcase some of the most memorable images from Fabinho's time on Merseyside.

The Argentine coach used 23 players in the match and highlighted two individuals in particular - Enzo Fernandez and Ian Maatsen. Enzo Fernandez started the game against Fulham, while Ian Maatsen was on the bench, but he still had a chance to impress during the Summer Series. Speaking about Enzo, Pochettino said, "Always it is a pleasure with Enzo. He is very humble, a fighter, and a fantastic player. Being a world champion with Argentina, I am incredibly proud of him. I shared

As our pre-season preparations come to an end, we will be facing Monaco in the Emirates Cup on Wednesday, August 2. If you can't attend the match at Emirates Stadium, you can still catch all the action by streaming the game live on Arsenal.com and our official app. The game, featuring two sides synonymous with Arsene Wenger, will kick off at 6 pm (UK time) as part of our annual tournament. Coverage will start one hour before the match with Nicole Holliday and