FC Barcelona has confirmed its first preseason friendly for the 2026/27 season. The match will take place on Friday, July 31, at 7:45 PM local time at St. Andrew’s stadium in Birmingham against the historic Birmingham City club.
This fixture represents the initial phase of the team’s preparation for the upcoming competitive season. International friendlies provide players with an opportunity to build fitness and team cohesion ahead of official competitions.
In parallel, the club announced the forthcoming signing of Sport Director Pere Romeu's contract extension through 2028, with the official signing scheduled to occur at the club president’s office in the coming days.
English forward Marcus Rashford has been notable in international play this year, scoring in England’s win over Croatia, emphasizing his quality and importance as part of Barcelona's plans.
These developments highlight the club’s strategic approach to preseason planning and squad strengthening for the upcoming campaign.
