Arsenal Women will travel to Melbourne, Australia in May to play an A League Allstars team in an exhibition match.

The game, part of Global Football Week Melbourne, will take place on Friday, May 24 at Marvel Stadium.

Arsenal Women will take to the field after Newcastle United's men's team take on an A League Allstars Men side.

Arsenal play Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, May 18 in their final Women's Super League fixture, and will then play this friendly in Australia less than a week later.

Australian international Steph Catley told arsenal.com: “It’s so exciting that Arsenal will be travelling to Australia in May.  

“During the World Cup, we all shared in the huge wave of excitement and popularity and potential of women’s football across the world with Australia at the heart of it.   

“I’m looking forward to being a part of what will be another great occasion against A League Allstars Women.   

“As a Melbourne girl and a very proud Arsenal player, it will be a very special moment to walk out on home soil in Arsenal colours.”

Sporting Director, Edu said: “We’re so happy our women’s team will be playing in Australia for the first time ever this May. 

“We’re really proud that this special match against A League Allstars Women will give our supporters in Australia a fantastic opportunity to see our players in action and give our players a chance to connect with everyone who loves the game there.    

"We all shared in the excitement, saw huge attendances and viewing figures of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia. This is a chance for us to build on that in partnership with the A League which is experiencing its own exciting growth too.”

The pre-sale period for tickets will begin at 3am UK time on Wednesday, March 27, with prices starting from $59 for access to both games.