Barcelona Set to Face Moroccan Club in Upcoming Friendly
In an exciting development for football fans, FC Barcelona has officially announced the details of a friendly match scheduled to take place in Morocco. This match is part of their preparations for the upcoming 2026-2027 season, as the Catalan club aims to finalize its squad and strategies before the competitive fixtures commence. According to reports from local media, Barcelona is in the final stages of arranging a match that will be held in the picturesque city of Tangier on August 15, 2026.
This friendly will see Barcelona clash with a Moroccan club, a strategic choice given that the domestic league in Morocco will not kick off until October. This timing allows the Catalan giants to gain valuable playing experience ahead of their season opener. Following this encounter, Barcelona will face the renowned Egyptian club Al-Ahly on August 19 at the Spotify Camp Nou, a match that is part of the Joan Gamper Trophy series, a prestigious event in the club's calendar.
Currently, Barcelona is engaged in a training camp in England, where they are honing their skills and fitness levels. This camp includes two friendly matches against Birmingham City on July 31 and Preston North End on August 3. After these fixtures, the team will travel to Italy on August 8 to participate in a triangular tournament in Udine, where they will compete against Nottingham Forest and Udinese. The friendly against the Moroccan club, followed by the clash with Al-Ahly, will provide crucial preparation before the new season commences.
As reported by goal.com.
