Manchester United is gearing up to play against LaLiga team Real Betis in an upcoming preseason friendly match on July 31. The game is scheduled to take place at San Diego’s Snapdragon Stadium, adding to the excitement of United’s preseason tour.
Challenging Tour Schedule
The matchup against Betis comes in the midst of a series of challenging games for Manchester United during their preseason tour. The team is set to kick off their tour with a game against Arsenal on July 27 at the impressive SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Followed by a game against Liverpool on Aug. 3 at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, making it one of the biggest club soccer games ever played at the Williams-Brice Stadium.
Real Betis, currently ranking seventh in LaLiga, presents a formidable challenge for Manchester United. Under the guidance of former Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini, Betis is a strong contender for European competition, adding to the stakes of the preseason friendly.
In recent years, Manchester United has had memorable experiences during their preseason tours. Last year, the team’s under-21s played against Wrexham at Snapdragon Stadium, a game that will be forever remembered for the unfortunate injury suffered by Paul Mullin of Wrexham. The incident occurred after a challenge from Nathan Bishop, who is currently playing for Sunderland.
Overall, Manchester United’s upcoming preseason friendly against Real Betis promises to be an exciting and challenging match for both teams. With high-profile games against Arsenal and Liverpool also on the horizon, the tour is shaping up to be a thrilling event for players and fans alike.