FC Barcelona tracks the condition of its 16 players participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Representing two-thirds of the squad, Barcelona is among the clubs contributing the most players to the tournament, alongside Manchester City, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich.
The club maintains close communication with national federations and medical staff to monitor player health and react promptly to any issues. Notable examples include Ronald Araujo returning briefly to Barcelona to treat a muscle injury sustained with the Uruguay national team, and the club granting permission for Andreas Christensen to play in Denmark’s friendly matches, following prior agreement on workload management with Barcelona’s medical team.
Players have been instructed to report any discomfort during the tournament so that medical teams can coordinate treatment or adjust their playing time as necessary. The club is mindful of player welfare, especially with the upcoming 2026/27 season, where winning the Champions League is a primary goal.
Players’ returns to group training will be scheduled based on how far they progress in the tournament, followed by a rest and recovery period. This approach aims to minimize injury risk and enables coach Hansi Flick to count on a fully fit squad.
