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Where to Watch Arsenal vs Tottenham Pre-Season Friendly Match? Arsenal vs Tottenham TV Channels, Live Streaming, and More

Your guide to catching the first-ever north London derby abroad, including TV.

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The north London derby takes on a historic twist as Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur face off for the first time outside the UK in a pre-season friendly. Set in Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park, this clash promises to ignite excitement as both teams gear up for the 2025/26 Premier League season.

Arsenal, coming off two wins in their Asia tour, including a 3-2 victory over Newcastle, aim to maintain their perfect pre-season record. Tottenham, under new head coach Thomas Frank, are looking to build momentum after a goalless draw against Luton Town. Here’s everything you need to know about watching this blockbuster encounter.

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— Arsenal (@Arsenal) July 31, 2025

Where to Watch Arsenal vs Tottenham Pre-Season Friendly?

The Arsenal vs Tottenham match kicks off on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 7:30 PM local time (12:30 PM BST) at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong. Below are the broadcasting and streaming details for this pre-season clash:

What Channel Is Arsenal vs Tottenham On?

UK: The match will not be televised live on traditional TV channels in the UK. Instead, fans can stream the game via Arsenal’s official website and app or Tottenham’s SPURSPLAY platform.

Arsenal’s stream costs £4.99 (early bird) or £6.99 after 9 AM BST on July 31. SPURSPLAY requires an annual subscription of £45, which includes all Tottenham pre-season matches, full replays, and exclusive content. Use a VPN like NordVPN if streaming from outside permitted regions.

US: The game will be broadcast live on Paramount+ for paid subscribers, with kickoff at 7:30 AM ET.

Hong Kong: Streaming is not available locally due to regional restrictions. Fans in Hong Kong can attend the match live at Kai Tak Sports Park.

Other Regions: Availability may vary. Arsenal’s Pre-Season Pass (£14.99) includes this match and games against Villarreal and Athletic Club but is unavailable in Spain, Italy, Singapore, and Hong Kong. Check SPURSPLAY for regional access to Tottenham’s stream.

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— Arsenal (@Arsenal) July 31, 2025

Key Players to Watch in Arsenal vs Tottenham

Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal)

Arsenal’s new £63.5m signing from Sporting CP, Viktor Gyokeres, could make his debut in this derby. The Swedish striker, now wearing Thierry Henry’s iconic No. 14 shirt, has impressed manager Mikel Arteta with his determination and quality in training. Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard praised Gyokeres as a “complete player” with physicality, speed, and finishing prowess. After a prolific season at Sporting, all eyes will be on whether he can make an immediate impact.

Son Heung-min (Tottenham)

Tottenham’s talisman Son Heung-min will be crucial as Spurs aim to challenge Arsenal. With new head coach Thomas Frank looking to impose his vision, Son’s pace, creativity, and goal-scoring ability will be key in this high-stakes friendly. His leadership will be vital as Tottenham face a formidable Arsenal side.

Head-to-Head Context

This is the first north London derby played abroad, adding a unique chapter to one of football’s fiercest rivalries. Arsenal are in top form, having won both their pre-season matches in Asia, while Tottenham are unbeaten in their last two friendlies (a 2-2 draw with Wycombe and a 0-0 draw with Luton).

Thomas Frank, in his first taste of this rivalry, called Arsenal “one of the best teams in the world,” setting the stage for a competitive clash. Mikel Arteta, respecting Frank’s credentials, expects a tactical battle as both teams refine their strategies for the upcoming season.

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