The Emirates Cup is a pre-season football (soccer) tournament organized by Arsenal Football Club, one of the top English Premier League clubs. It takes place annually at Arsenal's home stadium, the Emirates Stadium, located in London, England. The tournament typically features four teams, including Arsenal, and takes place over a weekend.
The first Emirates Cup was held in 2007, and since then, it has become a regular fixture in Arsenal's pre-season preparations. The participating teams are usually from various top leagues around Europe, and they compete in a round-robin format. Each team plays two matches, and the team with the highest number of points at the end of the tournament is crowned the winner.
The Emirates Cup provides an opportunity for fans to see their favorite teams in action ahead of the new season and also allows clubs to fine-tune their squads and tactics before the competitive season begins. Although the tournament is not considered as competitive as regular league matches, it still attracts a significant following and is an exciting event for football enthusiasts.