Tottenham Hotspur are in New Zealand to kick off their Antipodean preseason tour. They’ll be taking on A-League champions Auckland FC at Eden Park, NZ’s national stadium, in front of a record crowd.
Here’s your open thread to jump in and chat.
COYS!
Lineups
Lineups will be posted closer to kick-off.
How to Watch
Auckland FC vs. Tottenham Hotspur (friendly) Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand Saturday, July 25 / Sunday, July 26, 2026 (kick-off Saturday night in US timezones) Time: 11:00 p.m. ET, 4:00 a.m. UK (you guys get to
feel my pain) Not televised in USA or UK. Check international listings at livesoccertv.com Streaming: SPURSPLAY, CBS Sports Golazo, Paramount+
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