Premier League Latest: Premier League confirms first-ever US Summer Series
The Premier League has announced an exciting new venture set to take place in July 2023 as six top-flight clubs will travel to the United States for a pre-season tournament. This marks the first time the Premier League has hosted a pre-season tournament in the US, and the hype is already building.
The momentous occasion, a Premier League first, will see Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea, Fulham, and Newcastle United lock horns in five major East Coast cities between July 22nd and July 30th.
Nine matches will be held in stadiums across Atlanta, Harrison, Orlando, Philadelphia, and Landover, featuring some of the best soccer talent from the English Premier League. In a statement, the Premier League promised top-tier matches and pre-season training camps, together with a range of events for fans and local community groups.
Premier League Chief Executive, Richard Masters, said he was thrilled to be bringing six clubs to the USA in July for the first-ever Premier League Summer Series tournament. “Our clubs have incredible supporters in the US, who passionately follow their teams throughout the season. We have seen this dedication first-hand from the tens of thousands who have attended our Mornings Live fan events and are excited to be building on this by bringing live Premier League action to five cities this summer,” he said.
Soccer fans in the US are in for a rare treat as they get a unique opportunity to witness Premier League teams up close and personal. With so many top names set to travel across the Atlantic, this tournament is bound to be a fantastic event and an excellent way to usher in the 2023/2024 season.
