# Arsenal FC vs Borussia Dortmund Match Preview, Prediction, Timings, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/arsenal-fc-vs-borussia-dortmund-match/  
Published: 2026-08-08  
Updated: 2026-08-08  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Fresh off ending a 22-year title drought, Arsenal welcome Borussia Dortmund to the Emirates for a preseason clash with real intent behind it. This isn’t just another friendly — it’s Arsenal’s chance to respond after a bruising defeat and set the tone before the new campaign begins.

## When and Where Is Arsenal vs Borussia Dortmund?

The match kicks off Sunday, August 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM BST at the Emirates Stadium in London. This is the 2026 edition of the Emirates Cup, a one-match preseason tournament Arsenal have won four straight years and are looking to defend once again.

## Arsenal FC vs Borussia Dortmund: Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Competition** | Emirates Cup 2026 (15th edition) |
| **Date** | Sunday, August 9, 2026 |
| **Kickoff** | 2:00 PM BST |
| **Venue** | Emirates Stadium, London |
| **Arsenal Manager** | Mikel Arteta |
| **Dortmund Manager** | Niko Kovač |

## Match Preview

Arsenal enter this fixture needing a response. A 3-1 defeat to Real Betis in their previous friendly left Mikel Arteta visibly frustrated, particularly with defensive lapses that saw his side concede in four straight matches. The good news for Arsenal: key players including Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Magalhães are expected to return for this fixture, giving Arteta a significantly stronger lineup to work with than the one beaten in Dublin.

![Arsenal FC vs Borussia Dortmund](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/rscccnanaaaa.jpg)

Borussia Dortmund arrive off the back of a mixed preseason schedule that included a tour of Japan, managing two wins and two defeats across four summer fixtures. The two clubs share notable European history, having met regularly in the [UEFA Champions League](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UEFA_Champions_League) between 2011 and 2014, with Arsenal holding a slight historical edge in their head-to-head record.

## Prediction

With Arsenal set to field a much-improved lineup following key player returns, and clear motivation to bounce back from their Real Betis defeat in front of their own fans, expect the Gunners to enter as favorites. Dortmund’s pace and attacking threat could make this an entertaining, high-scoring affair, but a narrow Arsenal win looks the most likely outcome — with some predictions favoring a 2-1 scoreline in the hosts’ favor.

## How to Watch

In the UK, the match will be shown free via Arsenal’s official YouTube channel, with additional coverage available through the Arsenal app.

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## FAQs

### **Q1: When does Arsenal vs Borussia Dortmund kick off?**

 The match kicks off at 2:00 PM BST on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the Emirates Stadium.

### **Q2: How can I watch the match for free in the UK?**

The game will be streamed live and free via Arsenal’s official YouTube channel.