Arsenal was defeated 3-2 by Borussia Dortmund in a pre-season friendly at the Emirates Stadium on August 9, 2026. The match saw Dortmund secure their victory with a late goal, despite Arsenal's efforts to equalize.

Borussia Dortmund extended their lead to 3-1 in the second half after Joane Gadou scored their third goal. Arsenal managed to pull one back, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.

Joane Gadou of Borussia Dortmund celebrates scoring his team's third goal with teammates during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and Borussia Dortmund at Emirates Stadium on August 09, 2026 in London, England.

In another friendly fixture, Liverpool drew with Monaco at Anfield. The match marked the home debut for Andoni Iraola as Liverpool's manager. Liverpool conceded a late equalizer, resulting in a draw after Monaco pegged them back.

Liverpool's Spanish midfielder #23 Víctor Muñoz runs with the ball during the pre-season friendly football match between Liverpool and Monaco at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on August 9, 2026.

These matches represent some of the final tune-ups for the Premier League clubs before the start of the new season.