Old Boys vs Dornach - Friendlies Clubs

A fascinating Friendlies Clubs chapter awaits on July 25, 2026 when Old Boys take on Dornach at the home ground — two sides with plenty to play for and everything to prove. Josh Allen had an impressive first game at the Buffalo Bills’ new stadium in their second NFL fixture of the season.

Form and standings can only tell part of the story when Old Boys and Dornach cross paths in the Friendlies Clubs, and pride alone should guarantee a contest. The hosts will hope that the the home ground crowd can inspire a performance, whatever the numbers suggest. The visitors will back themselves to cause problems and will not make the trip expecting an easy afternoon. The midfielder faces a significant period on the sidelines after being stretchered off during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the recent FIFA World Cup.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Old Boys may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Dornach have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. That allows him to sweep up possession without necessarily needing to tackle; rather, he pressures and intercepts.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. Over the last couple of days, there has been talk of a new striker; Dusan Vlahovic is a name that has been mentioned.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. The signals point towards a stalemate, with the two sides closely matched across form and standings. A 1-1 draw is easy to envisage. More than just three points is on the line at the home ground — this is a fixture that could shape the narrative of both clubs' seasons. The club are understood to favour a profile closer to Aurelien Tchouameni or a Premier League‑proven alternative rather than Manu Kone.