Liverpool will take on fellow Premier League side Leeds United in a pre-season friendly on Sunday, August 2, 2026, as both clubs continue preparations for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
Kick-off Time
The match is scheduled to kick off at:
- 11:00 PM (Egypt, Saudi Arabia)
- 12:00 AM (UAE, Oman)
- 9:00 PM (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia)
Free TV Channel
The match will be broadcast live and free on Sharjah Sports TV via Nilesat, following the broadcaster's agreement to air the pre-season fixture across the Middle East and North Africa.
Liverpool Captaincy Incident Explained
A Liverpool source described the disagreement involving Kostas Tsimikas, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Curtis Jones after the Wrexham friendly as a normal on-field incident.
The disagreement reportedly centered on the captain's armband after Szoboszlai handed it to Tsimikas upon leaving the pitch, a decision that frustrated Curtis Jones before Tsimikas threw the armband onto the field.
Liverpool Continue Pre-Season Preparations
Liverpool is using its pre-season schedule to improve match fitness, integrate new signings, and finalize tactical preparations ahead of the new Premier League campaign later this month.
When is Liverpool vs Leeds United?
The match takes place on Sunday, August 2, 2026, with kick-off at 11:00 PM Egypt time.
Where can I watch Liverpool vs Leeds United?
The game will be shown live on Sharjah Sports TV.
What caused Liverpool's captaincy controversy?
The incident involved a disagreement over the captain's armband between Curtis Jones, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Kostas Tsimikas after the Wrexham friendly.
