The LLM Podcast

September 01, 2025
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Abhinav Ennazhiyil

Roony Bardghji Set for Emotional Champions League Reunion with FC Copenhagen

Bardghji's Champions League Homecoming Awaits

Football fans are buzzing with anticipation as Barcelona's newest talent, Roony Bardghji, prepares for a unique and emotional encounter in the upcoming Champions League season. The young winger, who recently made the switch to the Catalan giants, is set to face his former club, FC Copenhagen, marking a swift reunion just months after his departure.

Barcelona, having narrowly missed out on a spot in the 2024/25 Champions League final, finds itself in a formidable group. Their path to European glory will see them contend with powerhouses Paris Saint-Germain, English giants Chelsea, and the ambitious Newcastle United. However, a particularly poignant fixture on their calendar will be against Danish champions FC Copenhagen.

This draw sets the stage for Bardghji, who departed Copenhagen for Catalonia just months ago, to potentially line up against his former teammates. Despite recent reports indicating that the winger has faced registration issues, which have so far prevented him from making his official debut for Barcelona, there is strong expectation that Bardghji will be included in the club's Champions League squad.

FC Barcelona club crest

The prospect of Bardghji returning to the Parken Stadium, the home ground of FC Copenhagen, as an opponent wearing the Barcelona colours, adds an intriguing narrative to the group stage. It will be a true test of his professional resolve and a moment to watch for both sets of supporters.

In other club news, it was briefly noted that seven Barcelona stars have recently been called up to the Spain national squad, highlighting the depth of talent within the club, while another player was reportedly overlooked for national team selection.