Liverpool FC Confirms Friendly In Dublin This Summer

Great news for the large amount of Liverpool supporters this side of the Irish Sea.

The Reds have confirmed that they will play at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin as part of their preparations for the 2017/2018 season.

We're heading to the @AVIVAStadium in Dublin to face @AthleticClub this summer! ????????

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— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 30, 2017

The opposition for Jurgen Klopp's men will be provided by Athletic Bilbao of Spain. The match will take place on Saturday August 5 with kick-off at 5.15pm. Tickets go on sale at 11am this Friday June 2.

Liverpool legend Ian Rush said:

“We always get such an amazing reception in Dublin.

“Even though this is a friendly game, I’m sure our incredible Irish supporters will make the atmosphere just as good when we meet Bilbao this time around.”