UD Las Palmas kicks off its pre‑season on July 25 against Al‑Ittihad, the oldest Saudi club, at La Quinta Football Center in Marbella. The match, set for 18:00 Canary Island time, will be the first test for the yellow side before the new Segunda División campaign.

What does this friendly mean for the squad?

The game starts a training camp running from July 20 to 31, during which coach Javi Gracia will blend tactical sessions with several friendly fixtures. Hosting Al‑Ittihad, a club with ten Saudi league titles and two AFC Champions League crowns, gives players an international benchmark and a chance to gauge their physical and technical level.

How does it fit into the Segunda División schedule?

With the official season looming, UD Las Palmas arrives in a competitive spot: 5th in Segunda División with 73 points, 20 wins, 13 draws and 9 losses from 42 games, and a recent form of loss‑win‑loss‑win‑loss (DLWDW). The club has 57 goals scored and 40 conceded (+17 goal difference), yet remains 9 points behind leaders Racing Santander. Every minute in Marbella will be vital to sharpen the attack and tighten the defence ahead of the promotion push.

What to expect from Al‑Ittihad?

Founded in 1928 in Jeddah, Al‑Ittihad is a Saudi football powerhouse with ten league crowns and ten national cups. Their experience in continental competitions brings a fast, physical style that will test the stamina of the Palmeros. The Saudi side has confirmed a full‑strength squad, ensuring a genuine challenge rather than a simple training drill.

What comes after the match?

After the friendly, UD Las Palmas will continue its Andalusian tour with at least two more games against regional opponents before returning to Gran Canaria for the final phase of the camp. The board hopes exposure to varied playing styles will cement the tactical identity Gracia wants to imprint on his team.

Note: The match date and time are set: July 25, 18:00 (Canary time) at La Quinta Football Center, Marbella. Fans can follow the live broadcast on the club’s official website and local TV channels.