FC Barcelona Begins Preseason Training Camp in England
FC Barcelona, under coach Hansi Flick, has started its preseason training camp at St George's Park in Staffordshire, England, instead of a long-haul tour due to the 2026 World Cup schedule. The squad includes new signing Karim Adeyemi and youth prospects, while eight Spain World Cup winners are absent. Barcelona will play friendlies against Birmingham City (July 31) and Preston North End (August 3). The camp focuses on fitness, tactics, and integrating new players.
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La Masia Responds to Flick's Trust: Youth Players Shine in Barcelona Preseason
Barcelona's preseason preparations have been disrupted by the World Cup, with 15 first-team players away on international duty. Coach Hansi Flick turned to La Masia, calling up 16 youth academy players plus Hamza. In a friendly against Birmingham City, Flick used 22 players, 13 from the youth system, including several making their first-team debuts. Flick praised the young players' attitude and potential, emphasizing La Masia's excellent work and the need to support their development. The article highlights the depth of Barcelona's youth talent pool and Flick's trust in the academy during a challenging preseason.
Adeyemi to Make Barcelona Debut Against Birmingham City in Preseason Friendly
According to AS, Barcelona will face Birmingham City at St. Andrew's Stadium on Friday at 20:45 Spanish time in their first preseason friendly of the England tour. The match's main highlight is the debut of German winger Adeyemi, Barcelona's second summer signing, who has impressed teammates in training with his speed and dribbling. Coach Flick is satisfied with his arrival and plans to give him sufficient playing time. The friendly also serves to observe La Masia youngsters including Ebrima Tunkara, Oriol Goren, and Egyptian forward Hamza Abdelkarim. Barcelona's primary goal is to help players regain match rhythm after two weeks of intense training, with Flick expected to rotate heavily and distribute playing time evenly.
All Eyes on Adeyemi as Barcelona Faces Birmingham City in Friendly
Barcelona plays its first preseason friendly in England on July 30, 2026, against Birmingham City at St Andrew's Stadium. The main attraction is the debut of German winger Karim Adeyemi, Barcelona's second signing of the season, who has impressed teammates in training with his speed and dribbling. Coach Hansi Flick is satisfied with his arrival. The match, starting at 8:45 PM Spanish time, will also serve to assess the team's physical condition after two weeks of intense training at St George's Park. Beyond Adeyemi, attention will be on young La Masia talents including Ebrima Tunkara, Orian Goren, and Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim. Flick is expected to rotate heavily to build competitive rhythm, with the result considered secondary.
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Barcelona's Unlikely UK Pre-Season Camp in the Midlands
Barcelona, under manager Hansi Flick, have chosen St George's Park in Staffordshire for their pre-season training camp instead of a long-haul tour to the US or Far East, due to the World Cup schedule and the absence of many senior internationals. The La Liga champions will play two friendlies against Championship sides: Birmingham City at St Andrew's on Friday, and Preston North End behind closed doors at St George's Park on Monday. The squad includes new signing Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund, while eight Spain World Cup winners (including Lamine Yamal) are on post-tournament break. Notable inclusions are Frenkie de Jong (despite a knee injury) and Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who is expected to move to Ajax but has traveled with the team. Birmingham, owned by Tom Wagner and Tom Brady, sought the match to boost their profile. Barcelona previously trained at St George's Park in 2014 and 2016.
Barcelona's Unlikely UK Pre-Season Camp in the Midlands
Barcelona, under manager Hansi Flick, have chosen St George's Park in Staffordshire for their pre-season training camp instead of a long-haul tour to the US or Asia, due to the scheduling impact of the 2026 World Cup. The Spanish champions will play two friendlies against Championship sides: Birmingham City at St Andrew's on Friday and Preston North End behind closed doors on Monday. Eight of Barcelona's World Cup-winning Spain players, including Lamine Yamal, are on post-tournament break, while new signing Karim Adeyemi is included. The 30-man squad features a mix of senior players and youth, with surprises such as injured Frenkie de Jong and Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who is expected to join Ajax on loan. Birmingham, owned by Tom Wagner and Tom Brady, see the match as a profile boost. Barcelona previously trained at St George's Park in 2014 and 2016.
From Tunkara to Abdelkarim: Flick's Young Gems in England
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has brought 17 young players from the club's youth academy to the training camp at St George's Park in England. The decision was made without cuts, rewarding the youngsters who participated in preseason with the first team. The squad will play two friendly matches: one against Birmingham City on July 31 and another behind closed doors against Preston North End on August 3. Flick is impressed with their performance in the first two weeks of training in Barcelona. The article profiles several players including Álvaro Cortés (21, center-back), Jofre Torrents (19, left-back), Xavi Espart (19, midfielder/right-back), Guille Fernández (18, midfielder), and Toni Fernández (18, forward). Some players, like Espart, are compared to Bayern Munich stars Kimmich and Lahm. Barcelona is considering loan moves for some of the talents to gain first-team experience.
Barcelona Begins Preseason Stay in England
FC Barcelona has started its preseason stay in England at St George's Park, led by coach Hansi Flick. This marks Flick's third preseason with the team, following a US tour and a Japan/Korea tour. The stay aims to build physical fitness, review tactics, and integrate new players, including Karim Adeyemi, while Anthony Gordon will not participate. Key players like Araújo (recovering) and Raphinha (expected mid-week) are joining, though Balde and Bernal have minor injuries. Barcelona will play two friendlies: against Birmingham City on July 31 at St. Andrew's (with spectators) and against Preston North End on August 3 (behind closed doors). The article highlights opportunities for youth academy players to impress Flick and secure first-team roles.
Barcelona Heads to England for Preseason Training and Friendlies
FC Barcelona has begun its preseason stay in England, based at St George's Park, under coach Hansi Flick. The team aims to build momentum after initial training at Ciutat Esportiva. Key players like Araújo (recovering) and Raphinha (expected mid-week) will join, while others like Balde and Bernal carry minor injuries. The squad will play two friendlies: July 31 against Birmingham City at St. Andrew's (with spectators) and August 3 against Preston North End (behind closed doors). Flick will use the stay to assess youth academy players and integrate new signing Karim Adeyemi. The article notes Barcelona's ambition to retain titles and add the Champions League.
Barcelona Heads to England for Preseason Training and Friendlies
FC Barcelona has begun its preseason stay in England, based at St George's Park, as part of preparations for the upcoming season under coach Hansi Flick. The team aims to build physical fitness, integrate new players like Karim Adeyemi, and evaluate youth academy prospects. Key players such as Araújo (recovering) and Raphinha (expected mid-week) will join the squad. Barcelona will play two friendlies in England: against Birmingham City on July 31 at St. Andrew's @ Knighthead Park (with spectators), and against Preston North End on August 3 (behind closed doors). The article notes that Flick's third preseason is more relaxed than previous tours in the US and Asia, and that the team aims to retain titles and add the Champions League.