Premier League Teams Train, Draw Pre-Season Matches Against La Liga Clubs

Several English football clubs are actively preparing for their upcoming seasons with pre-season matches and training sessions drawing significant fan and media attention. Arsenal's first team is training at the Sobha Realty Training Centre ahead of their match against Villarreal, integrating new signings like Kepa Arrizabalaga and Martin Zubimendi into the squad. Leeds United recently drew 1-1 against Villarreal at Elland Road, with fans expressing mixed feelings about the team's attacking options and the need for further reinforcements, especially in forward positions. Southampton's final pre-season match saw them rally from two goals down to draw against Premier League Brighton, marking the first home game under manager Will Still. Sunderland hosted La Liga side Real Betis in a lively pre-season friendly at the Stadium of Light, with enthusiastic fan turnout highlighting the excitement for the Premier League opener against West Ham. These activities reflect the clubs' efforts to build momentum and squad cohesion as the new football season approaches.