FC Barcelona Announces 2026-27 Preseason Schedule and Joan Gamper Trophy Date
FC Barcelona will begin its 2026-27 preseason on July 13, 2026, with medical tests at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. Under coach Hansi Flick, the squad will train at St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3, playing friendlies against Watford, Stoke City, and Birmingham City. The Joan Gamper Trophy is set for August 19, with opponents like Roma, Dortmund, Napoli, or Cruz Azul under consideration. A planned Nairobi friendly was canceled due to an Ebola epidemic in neighboring countries.
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Flick's Barcelona 3.0 Preseason Begins with High Hopes and New Staff
FC Barcelona begins its 2026-27 preseason under coach Hansi Flick, marking his third season with the club. The team aims to maintain competitiveness and win titles, with the ultimate goal of a sixth Champions League. Flick has overhauled the physical preparation staff, replacing Julio Tous with Benjamin Kugel to address last season's injury issues. The preseason includes medical tests, double training sessions, a closed-door friendly against CE Europa on July 24, and a training camp in England from July 27 to August 3, with a friendly against Birmingham City. Young players from the reserve and youth teams, as well as returning loanees like Hèctor Fort, will have opportunities to impress. The article notes increased competition from Real Madrid (with José Mourinho returning) and Atlético Madrid. Barcelona has already signed Anthony Gordon and is close to signing Karim Adeyemi.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona adds triangular friendly with Udinese and Nottingham Forest to preseason schedule
FC Barcelona has announced an additional preseason friendly, a triangular tournament featuring Udinese and Nottingham Forest, to be played in Udine on August 8. The club returns to training on July 13 with medical tests, followed by a closed-door friendly against CE Europa on July 24. Barcelona will then travel to England for a training camp at St George's Park, where they will face Birmingham City on July 31. The club is also negotiating further matches against Watford or Stoke City. Due to the World Cup, many first-team players are absent, so the squad will largely consist of reserve team players under coach Hansi Flick.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona Adds Triangular Friendly with Udinese and Nottingham Forest to Preseason
FC Barcelona will return to training on July 13, 2026, starting with medical tests at the Ciutat Esportiva de Sant Joan Despí. The first preseason friendly is scheduled for July 24 against CE Europa, played behind closed doors at the Joan Gamper facilities. The team will then travel to England for a training camp at St George's Park until August 3, with a second friendly against Birmingham City on July 31 at St. Andrew's Stadium. Barcelona is also negotiating additional matches against Watford or Stoke City during their stay. According to Esport3, the club has agreed to play a triangular tournament on August 8 in Udine, Italy, featuring Udinese and Nottingham Forest. The article notes that many first-team players are absent due to the World Cup, so the squad will largely consist of reserve team players under coach Hansi Flick.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aFC Barcelona's First 2026/2027 Preseason Opponent Revealed: CE Europa
FC Barcelona will face CE Europa in their first preseason match of the 2026/2027 season on July 24, behind closed doors at their training ground, Joan Gamper CT. The fixture was confirmed by CE Europa on Monday, calling Barcelona a 'luxury rival.' Barcelona enters the new season as back-to-back La Liga champions and winners of the last two Spanish Cups. Preseason camp begins July 13, but coach Hansi Flick will have a reduced squad due to World Cup commitments; eight Barcelona players are featured with Spain alone. As a result, youth players from Juvenil U-18s and Barça Atletic may be called up. Breaking from tradition, Barcelona will not tour the US or Asia this year, instead preparing at St. George's Park in England and playing a July 31 friendly against Birmingham City. The article also notes Anthony Gordon's transfer and that Marcus Rashford's loan will not be made permanent.
Forbes - BusinessBarcelona's First Preseason Opponent Confirmed: Closed-Door Friendly Against CE Europa
Barcelona's first preseason friendly under new coach Hansi Flick will be against CE Europa on July 24 at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, behind closed doors. The match marks Flick's debut leading the first team. After the match, Barcelona will travel to England on July 27 for a training camp at St. George's Park. Barcelona has also confirmed a friendly on July 31 against Birmingham City. Other potential friendlies include matches in Morocco, against Udinese on August 8, and against Liverpool in Kenya, though the latter depends on the Ebola situation. The Joan Gamper Trophy is set for August 19 with opponent TBD. CE Europa, who lost in the Segunda División promotion playoffs, will begin preseason on July 13. Barcelona and Europa last met in 1998, when Europa won the Copa Catalunya final on penalties.
虎扑 - 足球CE Europa to be FC Barcelona's first preseason opponent under Hansi Flick
FC Barcelona's first team will begin their 2026 preseason with a friendly match against CE Europa on Friday, July 24 at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper in Sant Joan Despí. The match will be played behind closed doors at a time to be determined. This will be the first meeting between the two clubs in nearly 30 years, since Europa defeated Barça in the 1998 Copa Catalunya final. The match precedes Barça's training camp at St. George's Park in England starting July 27, where they will also face Birmingham City on July 31. Other potential friendlies include matches against Watford, Stoke City, Udinese, and a proposed game against Liverpool in Nairobi. The Gamper trophy is scheduled for August 19 with no opponent confirmed yet. CE Europa, who play in Primera RFEF, will begin their own preseason on July 13.
FútbolFlick's Barcelona to Play First Preseason Friendly Against Birmingham City
FC Barcelona has announced their first preseason friendly for the 2026/27 season, facing Birmingham City on July 31 at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park in Birmingham. The match, scheduled for 7:45 PM local time, will be part of Barcelona's one-week training camp at Saint George's Park from July 27 to August 3. Birmingham City, a historic club currently playing in the Championship (England's second division), will host the match at their 29,409-seat stadium, which organizers expect to fill. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick will not have all his World Cup players available, so youth academy players will be called up to complete the squad. After the Birmingham camp, Barcelona plans two more friendlies, including one in Morocco, and the Joan Gamper tournament around August 19, with opponents yet to be confirmed.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aFlick's Barcelona to Play First Preseason Friendly Against Birmingham City
FC Barcelona has announced its first preseason friendly for the 2026/27 season, facing Birmingham City on July 31 at 7:45 PM at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park in Birmingham. The match is part of a one-week training camp from July 27 to August 3 at Saint George's Park, the English Football Association's training center. Birmingham City, a historic club currently playing in the Championship (equivalent to Spain's second division), has a stadium capacity of 29,409 seats expected to be filled. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick will not have all his World Cup players available, so he will rely on youth academy players to complete the squad. After the camp, Barcelona plans two more friendlies, one initially in Morocco, plus the Joan Gamper tournament around August 19, though opponents are not yet defined.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona's Next Match: Preseason Dates and Schedule for 2026/27
FC Barcelona is preparing for the 2026/27 preseason, with players returning for medical tests on July 13. The team will hold a training camp in England from July 27 to August 3, where they will play their first preseason match on Friday, July 31 at 8:45 PM CEST against Birmingham City at St. Andrew's Knighthead Park. The match revives a historic rivalry not seen in over six decades. Barcelona aims to compete for all titles, especially the Champions League, under coach Hansi Flick.
Últimas NoticiasBarcelona Announces 2026/27 Preseason Schedule with July 13 Start and Birmingham City Friendly
FC Barcelona has announced its 2026/27 preseason schedule, beginning with medical and physical tests on July 13 at the Ciutat Esportiva. The team will then travel to England for a training camp from July 27 to August 3. During this camp, Barcelona will play its first preseason match on Friday, July 31 at 8:45 PM CEST against Birmingham City at St. Andrew's Knighthead Park. The match revives a historic rivalry not played in over six decades. Coach Hansi Flick aims to build physical condition ahead of the official season, with the Champions League as the primary objective. Not all players will be available initially due to post-World Cup rest periods.
Últimas NoticiasHansi Flick's Barcelona 3.0 Preseason Schedule Announced
FC Barcelona's third preseason under coach Hansi Flick is set to begin on July 13, 2026, when players report to the Ciutat Esportiva for medical check-ups and initial training sessions. The team will then hold a training camp at St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3. Their first friendly match is scheduled for July 31 against Birmingham City at St. Andrew's @ Knighthead Park, with kickoff at 8:45 PM local time. Birmingham's squad includes former La Masia player Seung-ho Paik and ex-Alavés player Carlos Vicente. A second friendly, likely against Stoke City or Watford, is planned behind closed doors during the England stay. Both potential opponents compete in the Championship, England's second division.
FútbolFC Barcelona Announces First Preseason Friendly Against Birmingham City
FC Barcelona has announced its first preseason friendly for the 2026/27 season, facing Birmingham City on July 31 at St. Andrew's Park. The match will be part of a training camp at St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3, led by coach Hansi Flick. This preseason is atypical due to the World Cup extending into mid-July, forcing planning adjustments. The friendly will allow Flick to integrate young players and build toward Champions League ambitions. Birmingham City, currently in the Championship, is a historic rival; the teams have not met in over six decades. Their five previous official encounters were in the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, with Barcelona winning three, drawing one, and losing one, including a 4-1 aggregate victory in the 1959/60 final. The match revives a rivalry dormant since the 1960s.
Últimas NoticiasFC Barcelona Announces First Preseason Friendly Against Birmingham City
FC Barcelona has announced its first preseason friendly for the 2026/27 season, set to face Birmingham City on July 31 at St. Andrew's Park. The match will be part of the team's training camp at St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3. This preseason is atypical due to the World Cup extending into mid-July, forcing Barcelona to adapt its planning. Coach Hansi Flick will use the camp to build the team's foundation and integrate young players. The friendly revives a historic rivalry last contested over six decades ago in the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, where Barcelona holds a 3-1-1 record. Birmingham City currently plays in the Championship, England's second division.
Últimas NoticiasFC Barcelona to Face Birmingham City in First Pre-Season Friendly on July 31
FC Barcelona has confirmed that its first pre-season friendly of the 2026/27 campaign will be against English Championship side Birmingham City on July 31 at St. Andrew's Park. The match marks the competitive debut of the La Liga champions during their summer preparation, which includes a training camp at St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3. The pre-season is atypical due to the ongoing World Cup until mid-July. Coach Hansi Flick will use the match to build team foundations and integrate young talents. The encounter revives a historic rivalry last played over six decades ago in the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, where Barcelona holds the edge with three wins, one draw, and one loss in five official meetings, including the 1959/60 final victory.
Últimas NoticiasFC Barcelona Sets August 19 Date for Joan Gamper Trophy
FC Barcelona has confirmed that the Joan Gamper Trophy, the traditional preseason presentation match, will take place on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The club has not yet selected an opponent, with Ajax and RB Leipzig ruled out due to calendar conflicts. Four alternatives remain under consideration: Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli, and Mexican club Cruz Azul. The match will serve as the final test for Hansi Flick's team before the official season begins. The Spanish League is scheduled to start on August 15-16, but Barcelona may have its opening matches postponed due to having 16 players participating in the World Cup. The venue remains undecided, with options including Spotify Camp Nou, Johan Cruyff Stadium, or Montjuïc, depending on stadium renovation progress. The club's preseason begins July 13 with medical tests, followed by training at Ciutat Esportiva and a training camp at St George's Park from July 27 to August 3.
Últimas NoticiasDate Set for FC Barcelona's Joan Gamper Trophy 2026
FC Barcelona has set the date for the 2026 Joan Gamper Trophy, the traditional preseason presentation match, for Wednesday, August 19. The club is finalizing its 2026/27 preseason, which begins with medical tests on July 13 and a training camp at St George's Park from July 27 to August 3. The opponent for the Gamper Trophy has not yet been confirmed; Ajax and RB Leipzig were ruled out due to scheduling conflicts. Current candidates include Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli, and Mexico's Cruz Azul. The match may be held at Spotify Camp Nou, Johan Cruyff, or Montjuïc depending on stadium renovation progress. The Spanish league is scheduled to start August 15-16, but Barcelona's matches may be postponed due to players participating in the World Cup semifinals.
Últimas NoticiasFC Barcelona Sets August 19 Date for Joan Gamper Trophy
FC Barcelona has set Wednesday, August 19, 2026, as the date for the Joan Gamper Trophy, the traditional preseason presentation match. The club's 2026/27 preseason begins July 13 with medical tests, followed by training at Ciutat Esportiva and a camp at St George's Park from July 27 to August 3. The Gamper match will serve as the final test before the official season. Ajax and RB Leipzig were ruled out as opponents due to scheduling conflicts. Four alternatives remain under consideration: Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli, and Mexico's Cruz Azul. The Spanish league is scheduled to start August 15-16, but Barcelona may have a delayed start due to having 16 players in the World Cup semifinals. The venue remains undecided, with options including Spotify Camp Nou, Johan Cruyff, or Montjuïc depending on stadium renovation progress.
Últimas NoticiasDate Set for FC Barcelona's Joan Gamper Trophy Match
FC Barcelona has confirmed that its annual Joan Gamper Trophy match will take place on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, just after the start of the LaLiga season on the weekend of August 15-16. The opponent for the trophy match has not yet been finalized; Ajax was initially considered but ruled out due to scheduling conflicts. The club's preseason schedule is fully defined: players return on July 13 for medical tests, then train at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper before traveling to St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3. During the England stay, Barcelona will play closed-door friendlies against Watford or Stoke City, and a public match against Birmingham City on July 31. The team is coached by Hansi Flick.
FútbolBarcelona to Begin Preseason on July 13 with England Training Camp
Barcelona's first team will return for preseason on July 13, 2026, starting with medical tests and training at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. Under coach Hansi Flick, the squad will then travel to St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3 for a training camp, where they will play closed-door friendlies against Watford and Stoke City, followed by a public match against Birmingham City. Other friendlies are uncertain: a planned match in Nairobi against Liverpool was ruled out due to an Ebola epidemic in neighboring countries, while options in Morocco or against River Plate in Buenos Aires remain open. The Joan Gamper trophy opponent is still being sought after Ajax declined; potential rivals include Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli, and Cruz Azul. Several first-team players will be absent initially due to World Cup commitments. Returning players on July 13 include Szczesny, Balde, Gerard Martin, Christensen, Fermín, Casado, Marc Bernal, and Roony Bardghji, along with loanees like Ter Stegen and Ansu Fati.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona to Begin Preseason on July 13 with England Training Camp
Barcelona's first team will return to training on July 13, 2026, starting with medical tests at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. Under coach Hansi Flick, the squad will then travel to St George's Park in England from July 27 to August 3 for a preseason camp. During this period, they will play two closed-door friendlies against Watford or Stoke City, followed by a public match against Birmingham City at St Andrew's Stadium. The planned friendly in Nairobi against Liverpool has been ruled out due to the Ebola epidemic in neighboring countries. Alternative options include a match in Morocco or a trip to Buenos Aires to face River Plate. The Joan Gamper trophy opponent remains uncertain after Ajax declined; Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli, and Cruz Azul are potential rivals. Player availability will be limited initially due to the ongoing World Cup, with several first-team players expected to return later. Key returning players include Szczesny, Balde, Christensen, Fermín, and others, along with loanees like Ter Stegen and Ansu Fati. Young talents from the academy will also participate.
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