Swansea City have released their full 2026‑27 pre‑season schedule, confirming a seven‑day Austrian training block from July 17‑24 and a home friendly against Spanish side CD Leganés on August 1. The itinerary aims to sharpen the squad ahead of a campaign where they sit 11th in the Championship with 64 points, a record of 18‑10‑18 and recent form WDWLW.

When and where is the tour?

The club will gather at Fairwood for initial physical testing before jetting to Austria. The first match is set for Saturday, July 18 at Kufstein Arena, where Swansea City will meet Holstein Kiel at 4.30 pm local time. A second fixture follows on Tuesday, July 21 at the Fussballplatz Mittersill, with VFL Bochum arriving for a 6 pm kickoff. The final Austrian game, still to be confirmed, is slated for Friday, July 24 at the same Mittersill venue.

Who will Swansea City face?

All three Austrian opponents bring top‑flight experience. German clubs Holstein Kiel and VFL Bochum have competed in the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga respectively, offering a test of physicality and tactical discipline. The third opponent, a yet‑to‑be‑named European top‑flight side, promises an additional challenge. Back in Wales, the club will host CD Leganés at the Swansea.com Stadium on Saturday, August 1, with a 3 pm kickoff.

What does this mean for the Championship campaign?

The Austrian week provides a focused environment away from daily distractions, allowing manager Roberto De Zerbi to implement his high‑press system. Playing against varied European styles should help the squad adapt to the diverse tactics they will encounter in the league, where they are currently 31 points behind leaders Coventry. The home friendly offers fans a first glimpse of the revamped squad before the season proper begins.

How will fans stay involved?

Ticket details for the Austrian fixtures will be released soon, while the Swansea.com Stadium match will be open to the public with a 3 pm kickoff. Behind‑closed‑doors games are also planned during the pre‑season, though specifics remain under wraps. These low‑key sessions give the coaching staff a chance to experiment without media pressure, ensuring the first‑team arrives at the start of the season ready to fight for a higher league position.