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Liverpool and AC Milan clashed in a pre-season friendly on July 26, 2025, at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in Liverpool’s preparation for the 2025-26 Premier League season. The match kicked off at 12:30 pm BST with Liverpool’s new recruits, including Florian Wirtz, expected to make their debut appearances. Liverpool’s squad—managed by Arne Slot—featured a 4-2-3-1 formation with Alisson in goal and Mohamed Salah leading the attack. AC Milan, coached by Massimiliano Allegri, lined up in a 3-5-2 formation, with notable players such as Pulisic and Leão in forward positions.

This friendly served as a crucial challenge for Liverpool, following victories against Championship sides Preston North End and Stoke City, and provided an opportunity for the team to fine-tune tactics and integrate summer signings such as Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, and Hugo Ekitike. The German midfielder Florian Wirtz, transferred from Bayer Leverkusen, was a particular focus for Liverpool supporters eager to see if he could make an immediate impact.

AC Milan, despite a less successful recent domestic campaign, offered strong opposition, featuring a competitive lineup designed to test the Reds. They were coming off mixed pre-season results, including a narrow loss and a shootout victory against Arsenal in their own preparations.

The match was not broadcast live on traditional UK TV channels but was available via Liverpool’s in-house online streaming service, All Red Video, for a subscription fee. Fans worldwide followed the game to witness how the Reds adapted to their new squad dynamics ahead of their title defense campaign. The friendly underscored Liverpool's intent to maintain their Premier League dominance, with tactical experimentation and player integration being key focuses in this international tour.

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