MANCHESTER UNITED will face their sternest preseason test yet against Atletico Madrid at Stockholm’s Strawberry Arena.

‘s men have had mixed fortunes so far in Scandinavia, starting with a whimper after a 1-0 loss to Wrexham, before bouncing back by thrashing Rosenborg 5-0.

Manchester United v AFC Wrexham - Pre-Season FriendlyThe Red Devils suffered defeat at the hands of Wrexham in Helsinki Credit: Getty Atletico de Madrid v CA Osasuna - LaLiga EA SportsSimeone’s side begin their preseason campaign against Getafe on Wednesday, July 29 Credit: Getty

The star-studded clash will offer a searching examination ahead of the Red Devil’s first full season with their former captain at the helm, after Carrick secured a promising third place finish in 2025/26.

Meanwhile, will be looking to ignite his fifteenth season in charge of Atletico, having added summer firepower by signing the likes of Kang-in Lee from European Champions PSG and recent World Cup winner from Leverkusen.

The Spanish giants reached the semi-finals last season and finished fourth in LaLiga, but will be lining up without club legend , who netted on debut for MLS side Orlando City.

SunSport can reveal where to watch Man Utd and ‘s pre-season friendly.

How to watch Man Utd vs Atletico Madrid and is there a live stream?

Fans can catch the clash live on MUTV, or alternatively stream it on the MUTV app or the club website with a valid subscription.

Kick off in the Swedish capital is at 2pm BST on Saturday, August 1 – with coverage commencing an hour before the game gets underway.

What other games are available to watch this preseason?

Red Devils supporters won’t want to miss their side’s following fixture – a tantalising encounter with back-to-back kings of the continent PSG.

All of United’s preseason games will be available to watch on MUTV, which is available on TV and online:

Manchester United Training Session and Press ConferenceMichael Carrick’s men will be tested against some of Europe’s elite Credit: Getty
  • Saturday, August 1, 2pm BST – Man Utd vs Atletico Madrid
  • Saturday, August 8, 4pm BST – PSG vs Man Utd
  • Wednesday, August 12, 7.30pm BST – Leeds vs Man Utd
  • Saturday, August 15, 3.45pm BST – AC Milan vs Man Utd