Barcelona begins preseason stay in England, to face Birmingham City and Preston North End

Published Jul 26, 10:04 PM UTC

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.

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