Express vs Kitara - Premier League

Express prepare to host Kitara at the home ground on September 17, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Premier League season. Just as was the case in the previous meeting between the teams in April of last year, when Emery's side gave them such a scare in the Champions League tie at Villa Park, PSG were hanging on at the end.

A glance at the Premier League table tells the story: Express in 10th and Kitara in 14th, with positions to defend and places to climb. The hosts have mirrored the form of a side still searching for rhythm — LW over their last five, a win rate of 33.33%. The visitors have found the going tough on their travels, WWLL in their last five and a win rate of just 0% telling its own story. Their respective approaches this season have differed noticeably, and the tactical contrast could prove telling. Skinner had another year to run on his contract but has decided to move on a month out from United beginning their Women’s Super League season at London City Lionesses on September 4.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Express may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Kitara have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. But the Greek winger believes the mentality Arsenal are showing in pre-season is a sign they are ready to defend their crown.

Individual moments of quality could tip the balance. Both sides possess players capable of producing something out of nothing, and a single flash of brilliance may be all that separates them. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, though, would have been disappointed with the goal after being beaten at his near post.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. Given the balance of the numbers, Express should have enough to edge it — a 2-1 victory looks the most likely outcome. With positions in the Premier League table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. All I ever wanted to do was win a championship for the New York Giants.” Beckham Jr is likely to play in the Giants’ first preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium next weekend.