Definition
The 2015 Emirates Cup was the 2015 edition of the annual pre‑season football tournament organized by Arsenal Football Club and held at the Emirates Stadium in London, England.
Overview
The tournament took place on 2 July 2015 as part of the clubs’ preparation for the 2015–16 season. It featured a small‑scale, single‑day format in which each participating team played one match. The event was sponsored by Emirates Airline, continuing the partnership that gave the competition its name. Arsenal, the host club, competed against clubs from other European leagues, with the winner determined by a points system that awarded three points for a win, one point for a draw, and an additional point for each goal scored.
Etymology/Origin
The title “Emirates Cup” derives from the commercial sponsorship of Arsenal’s home ground, the Emirates Stadium, by Emirates Airline. The tournament was first inaugurated in 2007 and has been held annually (with occasional format changes) as a friendly competition to showcase the host club and provide match fitness to the participants.
Characteristics
- Venue: Emirates Stadium, London.
- Date: 2 July 2015.
- Format: Single‑day, round‑robin style with each team playing one match; points awarded for results and goals scored.
- Participating clubs: Arsenal (England), Monaco (France), and Valencia (Spain). (Accurate information is not confirmed regarding any additional invited team; sources differ on whether a fourth club participated.)
- Points system: 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw, plus 1 point per goal scored, encouraging attacking play.
- Attendance: The match attracted several thousand spectators, reflecting the pre‑season interest in Arsenal’s preparations.
Related Topics
- Arsenal F.C.
- Emirates Cup (general tournament)
- Pre‑season football tournaments (e.g., International Champions Cup, Audi Cup)
- 2015–16 football season (English Premier League)
- Emirates Airline sponsorship in sport