Confirmed lineups for Arsenal vs AC Milan friendly

AC Milan return to Asia under the stewardship of Massimiliano Allegri, who recently resumed his role as manager in a bid to restore the seven-time European champions to their former heights.

The Rossoneri endured a disappointing 2024/25 season, finishing eighth in Serie A and missing out on European football, as well as falling short in the Coppa Italia final against Bologna.

Allegri has placed great faith in Milan's latest marquee signing, Luka Modric, who joined from Real Madrid this summer. The 39-year-old 2018 Ballon d'Or winner is expected to bring invaluable experience and leadership to a squad in transition as Milan seek to re-establish themselves among Europe's elite.

On the other side, Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are continuing their pursuit of silverware after finishing runners-up in the Premier League for the third consecutive season.

The Gunners' manager remains keen to bolster his attacking options, with reports linking Arsenal to a £70 million deal for Viktor Gyokeres, the prolific Portuguese forward who netted 54 goals in 52 appearances last season.

With the club's last top-flight title dating back to 2004, Arteta is determined that this campaign will see Arsenal go one better and challenge for honours.

Following the Milan clash, Arsenal will stay in Singapore for another friendly against Premier League rivals Newcastle on Sunday, offering fans a taste of competitive football as preparations ramp up ahead of the new season.

Arsenal starting XI: Raya (GK); White, Saliba, Calafiori, Zinchenko, Norgaard, Rice, Nwaneri, Martinelli, Saka, Havertz.

AC Milan starting XI: Terracciano (GK); Pavlovic, Thiaw, Tomori; Musah, Saelemaekers, Ricci, Loftus-Cheek; Pulisic, Bartesaghi and Leao.