Barcelona turn focus to La Liga opener

Barcelona have begun preparations for their opening match of the 2026/27 La Liga season, with Elche awaiting them in the first league fixture. The club has also published kick-off information for supporters around the world.

Barça’s recent record in league openers provides encouragement: the team has won 15 of its last 20 first La Liga matches.

Different training schedules for Rodrigo and Cancelo

Rodrigo completed an individual training session at the Ciutat Esportiva, while João Cancelo trained with the rest of the group. The contrasting schedules were among the latest first-team updates as Barcelona prepare for competitive action.

Manchester United examine Balde option

Manchester United have spoken with Alejandro Balde’s representatives in recent days, according to ESPN’s report citing Fabrizio Romano. The Barcelona left-back is viewed as a potential option to strengthen United’s position.

The report describes interest rather than a completed transfer, and there is no indication in the supplied information that Barcelona have agreed to sell Balde.

Tommy Marqués joins SC Braga

Barcelona have reached an agreement with SC Braga for the transfer of Tommy Marqués. The deal includes a buyback option for Barça and a percentage of any future sale.

Barça Femení win fifth consecutive Gamper Trophy

Barcelona’s women’s team defeated Brighton & Hove Albion 3-1 in their final preseason test to claim the Gamper Trophy for a fifth consecutive year.

Patri Guijarro was named the star player of the 2026 Gamper, earning the award for the second time after also receiving it in the 2022/23 season. Coach Pere Romeu and new first captain Patri Guijarro addressed the squad presentation at the Estrella Damm Gamper Trophy, with Romeu saying: “We will give it our all.”