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Liverpool's pre-season tour in the United States has been disrupted by adverse weather conditions. The team's flight from Chicago to New York was cancelled, forcing them to delay travel until Wednesday, July 29, the day of their scheduled friendly against Wrexham at Yankee Stadium. The match is part of a series of pre-season games for British clubs in the US. Liverpool, managed by Andoni Iraola, will also face Leeds United on August 2. Wrexham, co-owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, previously beat Leeds United in the US. Liverpool's Premier League season begins August 23 against Newcastle United, while Wrexham's Championship campaign starts August 17 against Cardiff City.
Source report
Several British soccer clubs are currently in the United States for pre-season tours ahead of the 2026/27 European campaign. The EFL season is set to begin approximately one week before the Premier League kicks off in August.
Among the teams in the U.S. is Wrexham, co-owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who have already secured a victory over Leeds United this summer. The Red Dragons are scheduled to face Premier League giants Liverpool at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday.
Flight Cancellation Due to Weather
Liverpool's travel plans have been disrupted ahead of the match. According to journalist James Pearce, adverse weather conditions forced the cancellation of the team's flight from Chicago to New York.
"Liverpool's flight from Chicago to New York has been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Squad will now fly into New York tomorrow [Wednesday] ahead of second tour game against Wrexham at Yankee Stadium."
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— James Pearce (@JamesPearceLFC), July 28, 2026
Upcoming Fixtures
Following the Wrexham match, Liverpool are scheduled to face Leeds United in their final pre-season friendly in the U.S. on August 2. Wrexham will also conclude their U.S. tour on the same day, taking on Premier League side Sunderland.
Season Openers
- Liverpool: Begin their Premier League campaign on August 23 against Newcastle United
- Wrexham: Start their Championship season on August 17 against Welsh rivals Cardiff City
This article first appeared on HITC and was syndicated with permission.
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