Tottenham Hotspur have announced a packed pre‑season programme, with seven friendlies slated between July 22 and August 16, as the club looks to bounce back from a 17th‑place finish (41 pts, 10W‑11D‑17L, recent form WLDWW). The schedule includes a closed‑door match against MK Dons, a Southern Hemisphere tour, and a home clash with Hoffenheim.
Which opponents are on Tottenham's pre‑season agenda?
The first fixture arrives on July 22 at the Hotspur Way Training Centre, where League One side MK Dons will test the Lilywhites behind closed doors. A day later, Tottenham head to Auckland’s Eden Park for a match against Auckland FC, before moving on to Sydney for the Super Cup, where they face Sydney FC at Allianz Stadium on July 29. Three days later, a high‑profile London derby pits Spurs against Chelsea at the Accor Stadium on August 1. After returning to England, the club meets Getafe on August 8 at their training base, then hosts Hoffenheim at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on August 15, followed by a BCD friendly the next day.
How can fans watch the friendlies?
Spurs have confirmed that the behind‑closed‑doors game with Getafe will stream live on the club’s subscription service, SPURSPLAY. The platform will also carry the overseas tour matches and the Hoffenheim encounter, giving supporters a single place to follow the squad’s preparation. No free‑to‑air broadcasts are listed yet, so fans should keep an eye on SPURSPLAY announcements for any additional streaming options.
Which new signings are expected to feature?
Mateus Fernandes (£85 m) and Sandro Tonali (£100 m) have arrived as the most expensive midfield additions in club history, and both are slated to join the tour unless injury strikes. Veteran goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is also expected to travel, while Andy Robertson’s participation hinges on Scotland’s World Cup exit. Centre‑backs Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi may need extra recovery time after international duties, and Argentine defender Cristian Romero’s availability depends on Argentina’s progress in the tournament. Notably, winger Wilson Odobert remains sidelined, limiting his pre‑season involvement.
What does this schedule mean for Tottenham’s upcoming season?
The blend of domestic and overseas fixtures offers the new signings a chance to gel with manager Roberto De Zerbi’s side before the Premier League campaign begins. Facing Chelsea early on provides a benchmark against a top‑six rival, while the Hoffenheim game pits Spurs against Bundesliga quality. With the club currently 44 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race, the pre‑season will be crucial for building confidence and integrating the £185 m midfield duo. Fans will be watching closely to see whether the Lilywhites can turn a disappointing league standing into a competitive push for the remainder of the season.
