For Manchester United, this tour presents an opportunity to strengthen their bond with their American fanbase. Manchester United's football director John Murtough said: "The popularity of English football is continuously growing in the US, and we’ve come to expect passionate and enthusiastic support from our U.S. fan base. They didn’t disappoint last year and everyone at the club is looking forward to reconnecting with those fans again this summer.”
Whereas, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said: "Our tour last year was a real success and it’s always an amazing experience to play in front of our passionate supporters in the US. We’re looking forward to returning and seeing everyone again.”