Liverpool confirms Asia pre-season tour, faces AC Milan in Hong Kong

Liverpool FC has announced their pre-season tour for the summer of 2025/2026, which will take them to Asia, specifically Hong Kong and Japan. They are set to play a friendly against AC Milan at the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong on July 26, competing for the Standard Chartered Trophy. This tour marks Liverpool's first visit to Japan, with additional match details yet to be confirmed. The club's chief commercial officer expressed excitement about reconnecting with their Asian fanbase and highlighted the significance of the partnerships with Standard Chartered and Japan Airlines. The tour aims to strengthen Liverpool's presence in Asia while engaging in local community projects and supporter events. Liverpool last visited Asia in 2023, playing matches in Singapore.